Army SBIR|STTR

The most recent appropriations for the United States Department of War expired at 11:59 p.m. EDT on September 30, 2025. Military personnel will continue in a normal duty status without pay until such time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law. Civilian personnel not engaged in excepted activities will be placed in a non-work, non-pay status.

💡 CATALYST FY26 Kickoff: Innovation Starts Here     On October 30, the US Army’s CATALYST FY26 Kickoff Briefing will launch a new cycle of collaboration between government and industry. Powered by Army FUZE, this virtual event will feature 30-minute presentations followed by live Q&A—connecting forward-thinking teams with the insights they need to align with United States Department of War priorities.    Whether you're developing next-gen tech or exploring transition pathways, this session will offer a front-row seat to the Army’s innovation strategy for FY26.    Mark your calendar: October 30 | 1–2 PM ET    🔗 Register for the event:    https://lnkd.in/eiWm_h7N    #DefenseInnovation #ArmyModernization #TechTransition 

Small businesses, win Army funding! New Army SBIR|STTR topics drop soon! Innovators, seize your chance! Powered by Army FUZE, The Army SBIR|STTR Program enables you to secure federal funding and deliver transformative tech for the United States Department of War. Why act now? 💡You align cutting-edge solutions with US Army priorities, from AI to logistics. 💡You tap funding to develop mission-critical tools that enhance Soldier readiness and safety. 💡You check new topics on the DSIP portal during open solicitations. Don’t wait—new opportunities launch with each solicitation cycle! Check topics now: https://lnkd.in/e7sPZ5qc 💬 Which Army need matches your tech? Share your ideas, tag a collaborator, and follow our page for Army SBIR|STTR updates! #SBIR #STTR #DefenseTech #Innovation #NationalSecurity

🔔 Attention innovators! Aligning with the broader United States Department of War, the Army SBIR|STTR Program will hold its upcoming SBIR|STTR topics in pre-release, pending congressional re-authorization of the SBIR and STTR programs, which expires Tuesday, Sept. 30. The program will delay the planned opening of these topics tomorrow. Following re-authorization, Army SBIR|STTR will open its topics on the first Wednesday after approval. We will extend closing dates for your proposal submissions. Prepare to advance cutting-edge solutions for the US Army. Stay informed by following us, and share your insights below. #ArmySBIR #STTRFunding #DefenseInnovation #SmallBusinessTech #InnovationForTheFuture

Ready to transform your tech into US Army mission-critical solutions? Discover Phase III in Army SBIR|STTR! Small businesses, you drive U.S. Army innovation! Powered by Army FUZE, the Army SBIR|STTR Program propels your Phase I or II breakthroughs into real-world impact for the United States Department of War. What’s Phase III? You transition proven tech from Phase I/II into Army systems, programs or commercial markets. You secure non-SBIR funding (federal contracts or private investment) to scale prototypes into mission-ready tools. You deliver solutions that enhance Soldier readiness, safety and operational success! 💪 Phase III accelerates your innovation from lab to battlefield, supporting critical Army missions. 💬 What’s your Phase III vision? Share your innovation goals, tag a collaborator and follow our page for Army SBIR|STTR updates! #SBIR #STTR #DefenseTech #Innovation #NationalSecurity

Phase II or Direct to Phase II in Army SBIR|STTR? Which path powers your defense tech faster? Small businesses, ignite US Army innovation! Powered by Army FUZE, the Army SBIR|STTR Program equips you to deliver cutting-edge tech that strengthens the United States Department of War. Here’s how Phase II and Direct to Phase II differ: 💥Phase II: You build on Phase I’s feasibility proof, tap larger funding and develop prototypes to transform ideas into reality. Perfect for evolving early concepts! 💥Direct to Phase II: You bypass Phase I with proven tech from prior work, dive into development and speed innovations to Soldiers. Ideal for ready-to-scale solutions! Both paths enhance Soldier readiness and mission success, but Direct to Phase II cuts time for quicker impact. Your tech shapes national defense! 💬 Which path fits your innovation? Share your experience, tag a fellow innovator and follow our page for Army SBIR|STTR updates! #SBIR #STTR #DefenseTech #Innovation #NationalSecurity

💡 Innovation in Motion: xTechPrime CATALYST Pitch Event! Pre-selected xTechPrime firms will pitch breakthrough technologies to a curated audience of primes, OEMs, US Army and United States Department of War stakeholders Sept. 29-30. Join this virtual showcase of dual-use solutions ready for transition! Primes and OEMs can hear live pitches from xTechPrime small business teams, then dive into Q&A sessions with experts from transition broker teams, PEOs, joint agencies and agency representatives. These sessions will help primes, OEMs and government employees align emerging tech with Army modernization priorities and potential CATALYST applications. Don't miss this chance to watch innovation scale through collaboration and targeted investment—it's game-changing! 🔗 If you're a prime, OEM or government employee eager to participate, register now:   https://lnkd.in/e4T78YXz     #DefenseInnovation #TechTransition #ArmyModernization #Innovation #DualUseTech

Hey Innovators, Power Up the Future with the US Army! Army SBIR|STTR is on the hunt for small businesses to tackle Topic A254-P050: Li-ion 6T Battery Focused Open Topic. Ready to make a difference for the United States Department of War? 🔋 What’s the mission? Develop next-level lithium-ion battery tech to supercharge energy resilience and keep our Soldiers mission-ready. 💡 Phase I awards are your chance to fund game-changing solutions that cut fuel use, boost silent-watch capabilities, and enhance battery safety with wireless charging, fire mitigation, and automated diagnostics. ⚙️ Your breakthroughs will directly fuel Soldier survivability and mission success. That’s impact that matters! Don’t wait—submit your proposal now, drop your bold ideas in the comments, and tag a fellow innovator to join the charge! https://lnkd.in/et5wt-7z #DefenseTech #Innovation #BatteryInnovation

U.S. Army SBIR|STTR Reverse Pitch Recording Is Live—Don’t Miss Out! Couldn’t attend the U.S. Army SBIR|STTR Program Reverse Pitch on Sept. 11? The full recording is here to help you craft winning proposals! Army innovation leaders share priority tech needs and strategies to align your solutions with critical US Army missions. 💡 Why watch? Get insider tips to secure up to $250,000 in Phase I funding and drive United States Department of War modernization. 🔥 Focus areas: advanced water treatment, biosensors, and autonomous UAS. Click to watch now: https://lnkd.in/e7UepAMv Share your ideas below, tag an innovator, and spread the word! #DefenseTech #Innovation #SBIR #STTR

Last Chance to Innovate for the U.S. Army: SBIR|STTR Proposals Due Sept. 24! Innovators, time’s running out! The U.S. Army SBIR|STTR Program needs your game-changing ideas by Sept. 24 to power Soldier safety and mission success. We’re seeking cutting-edge solutions in: 🔬 High-recovery desalination for clean water 🧬 Metagenomic biosensors to detect threats ✈️ Autonomous UAS for precision strikes 💰 Phase I awards offer up to $250,000 to test your ideas and align with US Army priorities. Your innovation can shape national security by supporting the United States Department of War! Click here to submit your proposal: https://lnkd.in/e7sPZ5qc Share your boldest ideas in the comments, tag a fellow innovator, and spread the word! #DefenseTech #Innovation #SBIR #STTR