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

The U.S. Navy, under the Department of Defense, is soliciting Phase I proposals for the ONR Open Topic for Low-Cost Heads Up Displays (HUDs) for Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR) under solicitation DON27BX01-NP001. This is a total small business set-aside opportunity for small business concerns, including joint ventures and HUBZone certified entities. The project is structured as a fixed-price research and development contract with a typical Phase I period of performance between six and twelve months. Proposals must be submitted via the DSIP portal by November 25, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET. Award selection is based on overall technical value and cost, with primary evaluation factors including technical merit, the qualifications of key investigators and staff, and the potential for commercial application in government or private sectors. Awardees are required to provide periodic progress reports and a final scientific or technical report. Strict compliance is required regarding cybersecurity standards, including NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC level requirements, as well as the disclosure of any foreign affiliations or relationships with countries of concern. Payment is managed electronically through the System for Award Management and Wide Area WorkFlow.