Reusable Illumination System

The U.S. Air Force, under the Department of Defense, is soliciting proposals for a Reusable Illumination System through a direct-to-phase-II SBIR solicitation, number DAF27BZ01-DV007. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, requiring proposing entities to be registered in the System for Award Management and the SBA Company Registry. Proposals must be submitted via the DSIP portal by November 25, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET. The project follows a phased approach where Phase I typically lasts six to twelve months to prove technical feasibility and commercial potential, while Phase II generally spans 24 months. Awards are determined on a competitive basis, with evaluations focusing on technical capability, technical value, and scientific merit. The government maintains oversight through continuous inspection and evaluation, requiring work to meet high professional standards. Administrative requirements include the use of Wide Area WorkFlow for electronic invoicing and strict adherence to Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) standards to protect federal contract information. Technical reports must be submitted to the Defense Technical Information Center upon completion. Proposals must adhere to strict formatting guidelines, including a 10-point minimum font and submission as a single, unlocked PDF file.