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The U.S. Army Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Program released new Phase I funding opportunities to advance sensor and energy resiliency technologies critical to defense modernization. U.S.-based small businesses can propose innovative solutions that support threat simulation, training, and power system upgrades aligned with Army operational priorities. Selected proposals will help accelerate the development of mission-ready systems through advanced metamaterials and lithium-ion battery enhancements. (U.S. Army)

The U.S. Army calls on innovative small businesses to develop advanced water treatment, water contaminant biosensors, and small unmanned delivery systems through its Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Program.

The U.S. Army released new solicitations this July through its Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Program to accelerate rapid modernization with cutting-edge technologies from small businesses.

The U.S. Army seeks groundbreaking solutions to enhance battlefield power generation through its Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Program.

The U.S. Army launched new funding opportunities through its Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Program to strengthen logistics and electronics capabilities.

The U.S. Army launched a new funding opportunity for artificial intelligence and machine learning through its Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Program. Beginning in May 2025, this initiative seeks to revolutionize data quality, integrity, and reliability in human and personal payment systems, empowering the future of military operations with cutting-edge technology.

The U.S. Army launched a new energy resiliency funding opportunity through its Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR|STTR) Program. Starting in May 2025, this initiative seeks to empower small businesses to develop cutting-edge solutions for ammunition power sources, enabling military units to operate autonomously for extended periods.

The U.S. Army unveiled new immersive, wearable, and sensor funding opportunities through its Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR|STTR) Program. Beginning in May 2025, these initiatives aim to empower innovators to revolutionize military logistics, streamline infrastructure repairs, enhance communication systems, and boost Soldier visual capabilities and navigation in challenging mission environments.

On April 2, 2025, the U.S. Army xTech Program launched xTechOverwatch to advance military capabilities in autonomous air and ground vehicles. This competition directly addresses critical Army requirements by partnering with small businesses developing artificial intelligence and sensor technologies. Participants can earn $35,000 in cash prizes and pursue follow-on Army Small Business Innovation Research contract awards.

The U.S. Army xTech Program has launched xTechSearch 9, the latest iteration of its premier open-topic prize competition to identify and accelerate disruptive technologies from U.S.-based small businesses. This flagship competition initiative supports rapid innovation pathways that directly enhance Soldier readiness and drive force modernization.