STTROpen

Novel Computing for Streaming Radio Frequency in Low Size, Weight and Power Environments

Solicitation ID26.TZ
Agency
DOD
NAVY
Deadline
Jun 3, 2026
9 days left
Posted Date
Apr 13, 2026
Classification
STTR
Phase: BOTH

STTR Opportunity Analysis

The U.S. Navy is seeking STTR proposals for a novel, compact RF sensor computational engine for low size, weight, and power environments. The work calls for an onboard processing device and supporting infrastructure that can ingest streaming intermediate-frequency RF data, continuously process more than 2 GHz of instantaneous bandwidth, and produce detection and higher-level data products with remote, local, recording, playback, and network configuration capabilities. The solution must meet extreme SWaP limits, including a processing engine under 1.5 pounds and under 100 watts, with a single-chip and infrastructure package under 1 pound and about 3 mm on a side, while also supporting data-at-rest encryption, zeroization, non-volatility, and shipboard environmental qualification; Phase II work is expected to become classified and requires a U.S.-owned, U.S.-operated contractor able to obtain and maintain secret-level clearances. Phase I calls for a detailed schedule and technical plan, while Phase II adds development, security, and testing with lab demonstrations and at-sea integration. Proposals are due June 3, 2026.

SBIR Documents

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AI Summary
The DON26TZ01-NV007 STTR topic seeks proposals for a novel, compact, and computationally powerful Radio Frequency (RF) sensor for Low Size, Weight, and Power (LOW SWaP) environments. The objective is to create a computational engine weighing less than 1.5 lbs, consuming under 100 watts, and capable of continuously processing over 2 GHz of instantaneous RF spectrum bandwidth. This sensor is intended for deployment on small unmanned platforms, such as Group 1 and 2 UASs and buoys. The computational engine, including I/O, memory, and computational devices, must be less than 1 lb and 3mm on either side. The project emphasizes high performance, extreme lightweight, energy efficiency, data-at-rest encryption, and zeroization capabilities. Phase I requires a detailed development schedule, technical description, and initial software/breadboard designs, demonstrating compliance with size, power, bandwidth, and security requirements. Phase II involves developing the solution, focusing on security, environmental qualifications, and performance, with lab and at-sea testing. Phase III focuses on transitioning the technology to a Navy program of record and identifying dual-use applications in commercial industries requiring real-time data compression or high-resolution video streaming.

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Opportunity Snapshot

Source SystemOfficial Link
Program Type
STTR - BOTH
Agency
DOD / NAVY

Key Dates

Release DateApr 13, 2026
Open DateMay 6, 2026
Application DueJun 3, 2026
Close DateJun 3, 2026