The Department of Defense (DoD) is seeking proposals for a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program focused on the development of human monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) for multi-drug resistant wound infections. The objective is to develop mAbs that have demonstrated efficacy and safety in a screening infected wound animal model against multi-drug resistant bacteria. The program aims to address the significant morbidity and mortality caused by multi-drug resistant infections in US Service Members with battlefield wounds. The targeted bacteria are the ESKAPE pathogens, which commonly complicate wounds of military casualties and are resistant to most commercially available antibiotics. Monoclonal antibodies are a promising alternative to antibiotics and vaccines, providing protection against bacterial infection through various mechanisms. The project requires a company to draw from multiple sources of material for antibody generation, including plasma cells from infected patients, Memory B cells from convalescent patients, and plasma and Memory B cells from transgenic humanized animals. The end goal is to develop at least one humanized antibody that demonstrates high affinity, safety, and efficacy against one ESKAPE pathogen. The project will be conducted in three phases: Phase I focuses on antigen selection and synthesis, Phase II involves the development and testing of antibodies, and Phase III focuses on obtaining FDA approval. The resulting therapeutic antibody would have dual-use applications, benefiting both military and civilian caregivers in treating highly resistant infections. The project duration and funding specifics are not provided in the document.