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DSIP / SBIROSD · Open

5G Signature Tracking Mitigation via Cyber Deception

OSW26BZ06-NV028

Source closing date: 2026-10-21. Source timestamp: 2026-10-21T16:00:00+00:00.

DSIP calendar date uses America/New_York. Check the topic page for separate question windows and amendments.

DoW SBIR 2026 BAA Digital Signature Management, Digital Exhaust, Operating on untrusted networks The objective of this effort is to develop an advanced digital signature management and deception system that obfuscates cellular metadata ("digital exhaust") to protect personnel, small units, and critical facilities from adversarial surveillance, tracking, and pattern-of-life analysis on 3rd-party commercial networks.

Eligibility information: Not assessed — read the full SBIR/STTR solicitation.

Observed 2026-10-13T01:36:01.052262+00:00.

DSIP / SBIRUSAF · Open

Cyberspace Warfare for Space

DAF26BX06-DV512

Source closing date: 2026-10-21. Source timestamp: 2026-10-21T16:00:00+00:00.

DSIP calendar date uses America/New_York. Check the topic page for separate question windows and amendments.

DoW SBIR 2026 CSO SpaceWERX, On-Orbit Cyber Defense; Space Vehicles (SVs); Autonomous Cyber Response; Real-Time Monitoring; Defensive Cyber Warfare (DCW); Artificial Intelligence (AI); Machine Learning (ML); Threat Simulation SpaceWERX, in partnership with Cyberspace Warfare professionals within the U.S. Space Force (USSF), are seeking innovative solutions supporting the next generation capabilities to defend space systems from adversarial attack through the cyber domain. The desired outcome is to produce capabilities that advance the domain of defensive cyber warfare operations in 8 different focus areas. Each focus area presents a unique o…

Eligibility information: Not assessed — read the full SBIR/STTR solicitation.

Observed 2026-10-13T01:36:01.052262+00:00.

DSIP / SBIRUSAF · Open

Quantum Memory for Secure Communication

DAF26BZ06-NV035

Source closing date: 2026-10-21. Source timestamp: 2026-10-21T16:00:00+00:00.

DSIP calendar date uses America/New_York. Check the topic page for separate question windows and amendments.

DoW SBIR 2026 BAA Quantum Memory; Quantum Key Distribution; Secure Communication; Quantum Networks; Photonic Qubits; Quantum Repeaters; Long-Range Communication; Cybersecurity; TRL 2-5; Quantum Science; AFWERX; Strategic Communications; Emerging Threats The objective of this SBIR Phase I project is to develop and demonstrate advanced quantum memory systems essential for enabling secure communication within quantum networks. The primary goal is to enhance the storage and transmission capabilities of photonic qubits, ensuring high coherence and minimal loss over extended distances. This will facilitate the creation of scalable quantum repeater…

Eligibility information: Not assessed — read the full SBIR/STTR solicitation.

Observed 2026-10-13T01:36:01.052262+00:00.

Grants.govOffice of Naval Research · Posted notice

Special Program Announcement for Office of Naval Research Research Opportunity: FY27 Communications and Networking Applied Research

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Source closing date: 2026-11-16.

The proposed topic will develop and mature Communications and Networking technologies for Naval operations.Background:A Design for Maritime Superiority (2018) describes an operational architecture for distributed maritime operations (DMO) that "... will provide accurate, timely, and analyzed information to units, warfighting groups, and fleets." A critical component of this architecture is the Naval Tactical Grid (NTG) to connect distributed units into groups and distributed groups into fleets.Communications and networking technologies that can provide seamless, robust, connectivity are key enablers for the NTG. These technologies will be de…

Eligibility information: Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification).

Additional eligibility text

All responsible sources from academia, industry and the research community worldwide may submit proposals under this BAA. Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority Institutions (MIs) are encouraged to submit proposals and join others in submitting proposals; however, no portion of this BAA will be set aside for HBCUs/MIs, small businesses or other socio-economic participation. All businesses, both small and large, are encouraged to submit proposals and compete for funding consideration. Federally Funded Research & Development Centers (FFRDCs), including Department of Energy National Laboratories, are not eligible to receive awards under this BAA. However, teaming arrangements between FFRDCs and eligible principal Offerors are allowed so long as such arrangements are permitted under the sponsoring agreement between the Government and the specific FFRDC. Navy laboratories, military universities and warfare centers as well as other Department of Defense and civilian agency laboratories are also not eligible to receive awards under this BAA and should not directly submit either white papers or full proposals in response to this BAA. If any such organization is interested in one or more of the programs described herein, the organization should contact an appropriate ONR Technical POC to discuss its area of interest. University Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs) are eligible to submit proposals under this BAA unless precluded from doing so by their Department of Defense UARC contract. Teams are also encouraged and may submit proposals in any areas; however, Offerors must be willing to cooperate and exchange software, data and other information in an integrated program with other contractors, as well as with system integrators, selected by ONR. Disclosures of current and pending support made in this application may render an applicant ineligible for funding. Prior to award and throughout the period of performance, DoD may continue to request updated continuing and pending support information, which will be reviewed and may result in discontinuation of funding.

Source award range (USD): 250000.00 – 500000.00. Notice amounts are not an award promise or total program budget.

Cost sharing: Listed as not required

Observed 2026-10-13T01:27:48.184736+00:00.

SAM.govDEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY.FA2384 USAF AFMC AFRL PZL AFRL RAKH · Solicitation — active notice

CHEERS MAA Open Period 3 - All Technical Areas, 10 U.S.C 3458 - Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)

FA238424S2336

Source closing date: 2028-09-30.

SAM date-only search summary. Verify response time, amendments and notice type; active source status does not establish a solicitation or funded award.

**28 September 2026: Amendment 02 — Annual Update & Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Revisions** Solicitation: FA238424S2336, "Open Period 3 - All Technical Areas, 10 U.S.C. 3458 - Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)" Solicitation Authority: 10 U.S.C. § 3458 - Authority to acquire innovative commercial products and commercial services using general solicitation competitive procedures (R-DFARS Part 212) The purpose of this update (Amendment 02) is to incorporate annual solicitation updates, align applicable commercial provisions and clauses with current RFO and DoD cybersecurity requirements, and reaffirm submission guidelines for commercial…

Eligibility information: Not assessed — read the notice and set-aside requirements.

Observed 2026-10-13T01:27:35.904352+00:00.

Grants.govWashington Headquarters Services · Posted notice

Department of War Cyber Service Academy (DoW CSA)

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Source closing date: 2030-01-22.

See the "Related Documents" and "Package" tabs for the complete application package, including the full text of the Notice of Funding Opportunity.The Department of War (DoW) Cyber Service Academy (CSA) is authorized by Chapter 112 of Title 10, United States Code, Section 2200. The purpose of the program is to support the recruitment of new cyber talent and the retention of current highly skilled professionals within the DoW cyber workforce. Additionally, this program serves to enhance the national pipeline for the development of cyber personnel by providing grants to institutions of higher education.Regionally and nationally accredited U.S. …

Eligibility information: Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification).

Additional eligibility text

Please see Section C of the Notice of Funding Opportunity (under the "Related Documents" tab) for complete eligibility requirements.

Source award range (USD): 50000.00 – 20000000.00. Notice amounts are not an award promise or total program budget.

Cost sharing: Listed as not required

Observed 2026-10-13T01:27:48.184736+00:00.

Grants.govACC APG - Natick · Posted notice

US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Broad Agency Announcement

W911QY25R0023

Source closing date: 2030-02-27.

The Soldier Center is seeking solutions in the following scientific and technical areas: Combat Feeding & Equipment – Ration development, field feeding systems Soldier Protection & Survivability – Headborne protection, modular armor, chemical/biological protection, nanotechnology Modeling & Simulation – Soldier effectiveness, operational survivability Human Performance & Biomechanics – Body-worn systems, hand-held devices, soldier-centric sensors Expeditionary Maneuver Support – Energy efficiency, EMI/EMP protection, battlefield mobility Aerial Delivery – Advanced airdrop systems for personnel and cargo Simulation & Training Technol…

Eligibility information: Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification).

Additional eligibility text

The DEVCOM Soldier Center will consider concept papers and proposals based on this BAA from the following organizations and firms interested in conducting scientific research:• degree-granting colleges and universities,• nonprofit research institutes,• foreign organizations, and• commercial firms (including Large Businesses, Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, Women-Owned Small Businesses, Historically Underutilized Business Zone Small Businesses, Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. Proposals from government facilities and organizations WILL NOT be considered under this program announcement.

Cost sharing: Listed as not required

Observed 2026-10-13T01:27:48.184736+00:00.

SAM.govDEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.CYBER AND NETWORKS.FA8612 AFLCMC C3BM C3 · Special Notice — active notice

DAF Battle Network "Megatron" MAC IDIQ

FA861227RB001

Source closing date: No single date reported — read the notice.

SAM date-only search summary. Verify response time, amendments and notice type; active source status does not establish a solicitation or funded award.

Eligibility information: Not assessed — read the notice and set-aside requirements.

Additional eligibility text

Small Business Set Aside - Partial

Observed 2026-10-13T01:27:35.904352+00:00.

Grants.govAir Force Academy · Posted — date requires source check

Research Interests of the United States Air Force Academy (formerly USAFA-BAA-2021)

FA7000-21-S-0001

Source closing date: No single date reported — read the notice.

This announcement remains open until superseded. White papers are reviewed and evaluated as they are received and may be submitted at any time. The white paper/proposal submission process is discussed in sections IV and V of this BAA. Proposals will be due according to specific instructions contained in a separate RFP notice resulting from favorable white paper evaluations or calls issued against this BAA. Calls may be placed against this BAA and specific information related to due dates will be provided in each call. Proposals or white papers submitted in response to calls should be submitted according to directions contained within each individual call and in accordance with this BAA. Late bid and proposal provisions in accordance with (IAW) Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) 52.215-1(c) (3)) will apply to this BAA.

The USAFA invests in an active research program for three main reasons. First and foremost, research significantly enhances the cadet learning experience. Our research is done by, for and with cadets who work alongside fellow cadets and faculty mentors. Research provides cadets with rich independent learning opportunities as they tackle ill-defined problems and are challenged to apply their knowledge and abilities.Second, our research program provides opportunities essential for faculty development. Research broadens and deepens the experience base of the faculty. This infuses current, relevant, state-of-the-art and cutting-edge applications…

Eligibility information: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility".

Additional eligibility text

White papers and proposals from Federal Agencies, including subcontracting/sub-Non-Federal Entity (NFE) efforts will not be evaluated under this BAA. Federal agencies should contact the Department of Research associated with the given technical area listed in Section I of the BAA to discuss funding through internal Government procedures.

Source award range (USD): 0.00 – 99000000.00. Notice amounts are not an award promise or total program budget.

Cost sharing: Listed as not required

Observed 2026-10-13T01:27:48.184736+00:00.

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