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Submission Closed07/08/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

This contract seeks specialized research and development subcontracting support focused on advanced technical domains including materials science, optical sensing, and algorithm development, all aligned with SBIR program requirements and subcontracting caps. The effort is classified as a total small business set-aside under the SBIR/STTR mandate, meaning only small businesses with fewer than 500 employees are eligible to respond, ensuring participation by qualified small firms. The North American Industry Classification System code 541715 identifies the work as scientific research and development services, emphasizing technical innovation over general contracting. The solicitation is issued by the Defense Health Agency under the U.S. Department of Defense, reflecting a focus on health-related technological advancement. All work must adhere strictly to SBIR subcontracting limitations and is expected to be performed in support of national defense health priorities, though the physical place of performance is not specified. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of July 8, 2026, and the opportunity is accessible via the official SBIR/STTR topics portal for detailed technical requirements.

General Info

Small business set-aside for SBIR R&D in materials, optics, and algorithms under Defense Health Agency.

Agency

U.S. Department of Defense → Defense Health AgencyView 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 DHA26BZ03-NV007.

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

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PhaseClosed

PostedJun 24

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Response DeadlineJul 8

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Submission Closed

07/08/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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AgencyU.S. Department of Defense → Defense Health Agency

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U.S. Department of Defense → Defense Health Agency

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Full Description

Provide specialized R&D subcontracting support in areas such as materials science, optical sensing, or algorithm development, compliant with SBIR subcontracting limits.