Creating a Mobile L-Band Linear Accelerator (LINAC)
SBIR Opportunity Analysis
The Department of Defense, on behalf of the U.S. Air Force, is seeking proposals under this Direct-to-Phase-II SBIR opportunity to design and build a transportable, L-Band Linear Accelerator (LINAC) with a 20 MeV output. The selected awardee will complete a final design and procure or fabricate major components, leveraging existing parts from a previously operated LINAC such as the electron gun, klystrons, and accelerator sections. During the two-year period of performance, old LINAC parts will be transported from White Sands Missile Range to an offsite location to analyze the existing klystrons and accelerator section, and work will focus on key subsystems, controls, and external chillers. To qualify, applicants must demonstrate feasibility through a prior, non-SBIR/STTR Phase I-type effort that shows a clear understanding of LINAC integration and modeling. Proposals must be submitted by the application deadline of June 24, 2026, at 4:00 PM UTC under solicitation number 26.BZ.