Low-Cost Multi-Modal Sensor Payload Design

The US Special Operations Command is seeking a subcontractor to design and prototype compact, passive sensor nodes capable of detecting a wide range of modalities, including RF, seismic, acoustic, magnetic, EO/IR, GSR, and hazardous CBRN contaminants. The project emphasizes a modular design approach to ensure versatility across different sensing applications. A critical requirement of this effort is the achievement of low unit costs, with a target of less than 200 dollars per unit during the initial assessment phase and a further reduction to under 100 dollars per unit upon reaching maturity. This subcontract falls under NAICS code 334510 and is managed through the Department of Defense.