Shallow Jet Spurt Engineering Model

The Shallow Jet Spurt Engineering Model is a Phase I Small Business Innovation Research solicitation issued by the U.S. Air Force under the Department of War. This total small business set-aside seeks research and development proposals from Small Business Concerns to meet specific defense technological needs. The solicitation was posted on October 28, 2026, with a response deadline of November 25, 2026. Phase I efforts typically span six to twelve months, while potential Phase II follow-on efforts generally last 24 months. Proposals must be submitted as a single PDF via the DSIP portal and are evaluated on a competitive basis focusing on technical capability, technical value, and the merit of the approach in achieving topic objectives. Eligible applicants must be registered in the System for Award Management and the SBA Company Registry. Award selection is subject to a risk-based security review and the evaluation of Organizational Conflicts of Interest mitigation plans. Contractors must comply with CMMC cybersecurity requirements to protect Federal Contract Information and Controlled Unclassified Information, and adhere to various DFARS and FAR clauses regarding technical data rights, safeguarding defense information, and the Buy American program.