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Geophysical Sensor Modality & Environmental Modeling

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SBIR / STTR

Response Deadline12/02/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract, titled Geophysical Sensor Modality and Environmental Modeling, supports the Defense Threat Reduction Agency by providing physics-based modeling of subsurface environments. The scope of work involves defining sensor operational envelopes and modeling the dielectric permittivity and electrical conductivity of various soil types to create predictive target response models. Utilizing geophysical simulation software and soil physics datasets, the contractor delivers the mathematical models and data parameters necessary to gate sensor modalities. The opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 541370, specifically adhering to SBIR/STTR mandates for companies with fewer than 500 employees. Interested parties must respond by December 2, 2026, to provide these specialized technical services for prime contractors operating within the Department of Defense.

General Info

Agency

Department of Defense → Defense Threat Reduction Agency

NAICS

541370 - Surveying and Mapping (except Geophysical) Services

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of DTR27BZ02-NV003.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Dynamic Sensor-Tasking and Routing System for Subsurface Hazard Detection

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Timeline

PostedNov 4

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Response DeadlineDec 2

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Response Deadline

12/02/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTCin 26 days

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AgencyDepartment of Defense → Defense Threat Reduction Agency

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Organization / AgencyDepartment of Defense → Defense Threat Reduction Agency

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Performs physics-based modeling of subsurface environments for prime contractors on Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) projects. Defines sensor operational envelopes and models electrical conductivity and dielectric permittivity of soil types to develop predictive target response models. Uses geophysical simulation software and soil physics datasets. Delivers mathematical models and data parameters used to gate sensor modalities.

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