By Daniel Smoot, Army Innovation Programs Office

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Army seeks groundbreaking solutions to enhance battlefield power generation through its Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Program. To strengthen operational sustainability, the Army has launched a funding opportunity for a Multi-Fuel Platoon Power Generator that will provide lightweight, efficient, and reliable power directly to combat units. By reducing reliance on higher-echelon resupply, the generator aims to streamline logistics and improve battlefield flexibility.

Army Challenge

Multi-Fuel Platoon Power Generator: The Army SBIR|STTR Program requests businesses to submit proposals to develop a Multi-Fuel Platoon Power Generator that supports large-scale combat operations and taps into a generator market projected to reach $53.5 billion by 2032. The generator will deliver reliable, lightweight and efficient power to platoons, reducing reliance on higher-echelon resupply and easing logistical demands. Developers must design the system to produce more than 1.5 kW of continuous power, operate on multiple fuel types and integrate with other power sources. Interested businesses should submit proposals to advance this critical power solution.

• Energy Resiliency | A254-040
• Phase I (Feasibility Study)
• Maximum 6 Months | $250,000 Per Award

Army SBIR|STTR Submission Window

• Pre-Release Dates (Open Q&A Only): June 4 – July 9,2025
• Open Period (Proposal Submissions): June 25 – July 23, 2025

Get Started

Visit the Army SBIR|STTR website and linked topic pages for more details. Submit proposals via the Defense SBIR|STTR Innovation Portal. You can also join our Reverse Pitch Event on June 17, 2025. Click here to register.

About the Army SBIR|STTR Program

Army SBIR regularly releases funding opportunities, including Phase I awards for solutions that demonstrate commercial viability, technical soundness, and feasibility. Companies with mature technologies that meet Phase I standards can advance to Phase II or apply directly for Direct to Phase II contracts. Army experts in technical, acquisition, and operational fields guide businesses to align their innovations with the Army’s critical needs throughout the process.

Army STTR brings small businesses into the Army innovation ecosystem by partnering them with universities, federally funded research and development centers, or qualified nonprofit research institutions. Small businesses serve as prime contractors and perform at least 40% of the work, while research partners complete at least 30%.

The Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology drives innovation by developing, acquiring, fielding, and sustaining the world’s finest equipment and services. ASA(ALT) equips Soldiers with the tools they need to maintain a decisive advantage in any environment. For more information, visit the ASA(ALT) web page and follow @ArmyASAALT.

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