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Human Factors & Ergonomics Testing

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SBIR / STTR

Response Deadline11/25/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract focuses on Human Factors and Ergonomics Testing to support U.S. Navy Office of Naval Research HUD projects. The scope of work involves performing usability and physiological impact research for prime contractors, specifically utilizing biometric sensors and eye-tracking analysis to evaluate visual fatigue and cognitive load. All research must strictly adhere to established Human and Animal Subjects protocols to ensure compliance. The primary deliverables for this engagement include a comprehensive Human Factors Engineering report and detailed usability validation data. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 541720, specifically targeting firms with fewer than 500 employees in alignment with SBIR/STTR mandates.

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Agency

U.S. Department of Defense → U.S. Navy

NAICS

541720 - Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of DON27BX01-NP001.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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ONR Open Topic for Low-Cost Heads Up Displays (HUDs) for Virtual & Augmented Reality (VR/AR)

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Timeline

PostedOct 28

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Response DeadlineNov 25

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Response Deadline

11/25/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 28 days

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AgencyU.S. Department of Defense → U.S. Navy

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Organization / AgencyU.S. Department of Defense → U.S. Navy

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Full Description

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Performs usability and physiological impact research for prime contractors on U.S. Navy Office of Naval Research HUD projects. Conducts user studies and eye-tracking analysis to assess cognitive load and visual fatigue using biometric sensors. Follows required Human/Animal Subjects protocols. Delivers a Human Factors Engineering (HFE) report and usability validation data.

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