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Secure Processing Firmware Development

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SBIR / STTR

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

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The Secure Processing Firmware Development subcontract is a total small business set-aside for the U.S. Navy, specifically targeting firms with fewer than 500 employees. The project focuses on the creation of embedded software and firmware to support secure processing and routing logic for shipboard signal projects. Key technical requirements include the development of secure boot code and encrypted routing logic for Navigation and HM&E data, utilizing logic analyzers and specialized embedded development environments. To be eligible, contractors must hold CMMC certification to ensure the secure processing of Controlled Unclassified Information. The successful vendor will be responsible for delivering comprehensive firmware source code, detailed API documentation, and software verification reports. Interested parties must submit their responses by November 25, 2026.

General Info

US Navy small business subcontract for secure shipboard firmware development due November 25, 2026.

Agency

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

NAICS

541511 - Custom Computer Programming Services

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of DON27BZ01-NV004.

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

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Input-Output Unit (IOU) for Secure Processing and Routing of Hull, Mechanical, & Electrical (HM&E) and Navigation Signals

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Timeline

PostedOct 28

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Response DeadlineNov 25

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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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Develops embedded software and firmware for secure processing and routing logic for prime contractors on US Navy shipboard signal projects. Writes secure boot code and encrypted routing logic for Navigation and HM&E data. Utilizes embedded development environments and logic analyzers. Requires CMMC certification for processing CUI. Delivers firmware source code, API documentation, and software verification reports.

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