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Specialized Research Institution / Academic Partner

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SBIR / STTR

Response Deadline10/07/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity with the U.S. Air Force seeks a recognized research institution to serve as an academic partner for Department of Defense SBIR/STTR projects. The selected partner will support prime contractors by performing fundamental research, theoretical modeling, and literature reviews. Key responsibilities include developing mathematical models and conducting laboratory-scale experiments utilizing high-performance computing clusters and university-grade facilities to deliver validated models, peer-reviewed data, and technical feasibility reports. The contract is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 541715, requiring the partner to have fewer than 500 employees to meet SBIR/STTR mandates. Interested parties must respond by October 7, 2026.

General Info

US Air Force seeks academic partner for SBIR/STTR research and modeling by October 2026.

Agency

U.S. Department of Defense → U.S. Air ForceView Agency

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)View NAICS

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of DAF26BZ06-DV037.

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

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Low-Cost Multi-Function Ku-Band RF System for Prompt Strike Weapons

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Timeline

PostedSep 23

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Response DeadlineOct 7

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10/07/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTCin 14 days

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AgencyU.S. Department of Defense → U.S. Air Force

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Performs fundamental research and theoretical modeling for prime contractors on Department of Defense SBIR/STTR projects. Conducts literature reviews, develops mathematical models, and performs laboratory-scale experiments using university-grade laboratories and high-performance computing clusters. Must be a recognized research institution. Delivers technical feasibility reports, validated models, and peer-reviewed data.

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