SOC26BZ04-DV004Pre-ReleaseSBIR

Advanced Stand-Off Detection of Concealed Materials (ASDCM)

Department of DefenseSOCOM

AI Overview

USSOCOM seeks innovative stand-off detection technology to identify concealed threats—explosives, weapons, radiological materials—through barriers without sampling or active emissions. The feasibility study targets miniaturized, field-deployable systems for SOF missions including maritime operations, route clearance, and counter-air protection in GPS-denied environments.

This summary is AI-generated from the official solicitation.

Key Details

Agency
Department of Defense
Funding Amount
Release Date
July 1, 2026
Due Date
August 19, 2026

Official Description

USSOCOM seeks a field-deployable capability to enable detection, discrimination, and triangulation of dangerous or restricted materials without direct sampling, physical breach, or active signal emission. As a part of this feasibility study, the proposers shall address all viable overall system design options with respective specifications to provide SOF elements with real-time awareness of concealed threats, explosives, advanced weapon systems (e.g., Man-portable Air-defense system (MANPADS), o...

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Change History

Q&A UpdatedJul 7, 2026 at 5:01 PM

Advanced Stand-Off Detection of Concealed Materials (ASDCM)

Updated answers to existing Q&A: (1) Biological platforms explicitly out of scope; (2) Feasibility study guidance redirected to official BAA/SBA policy documents; (3) TAK/ATAK integration desired; open format acceptable with transition plan required; (4) Emphasis on lightweight, dismounted LPI/LPD capability for operators.

Q&A UpdatedJul 6, 2026 at 12:01 PM

Advanced Stand-Off Detection of Concealed Materials (ASDCM)

This Q&A clarifies that applicants must consult official DoD SBIR/STTR BAA, USSOCOM-specific instructions, and SBA policy documents for guidance on feasibility documentation and Direct-to-Phase II requirements, rather than relying on this forum for definitive compliance answers.

Opportunity AddedJul 1, 2026 at 12:02 PM

Advanced Stand-Off Detection of Concealed Materials (ASDCM)

New opportunity: Advanced Stand-Off Detection of Concealed Materials (ASDCM)

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