SSBN Security Technology Program (SSTP)

The Office of Naval Research and the Submarine Security & Technology Branch (N875) of the Chief of Naval Operations Submarine Warfare Division (N87) are interested in receiving white papers focused on the identification of science based signal detection technologies that, individually or as a system, can impact the security of the SSBN and the survivability of the SSGN/SSN submarine forces. Passive and active detection technologies with both near term (0-5 years) and far term (10-20 years) implications will be considered. As part of its effort to understand the impact of technology on submarine security and survivability, the SSTP may entertain white papers focused on improving the understanding of the generation, radiation, propagation and scatter of a variety of signal types (acoustic, chemical, optical, E&M, hydrodynamic and radiological) associated with a submarine's operation. The ONR is seeking participants for this program that are capable of designing, developing, and demonstrating the capabilities required to achieve the goals described in this announcement. Offerors have the opportunity to be creative in the selection of the technical and management processes, either commercial or DoD practices, that best suit their approach. It is recommended that you discuss your white paper contents with the SSTP Technical Point of Contact prior to submission.