Domestic Production of Refractory Powders for Ultra-High Temperature Ceramics and Aerospace Alloys

Name: Domestic Production of Refractory Powders for Ultra-High Temperature Ceramics and Aerospace Alloys
Creator: Department of Defense
Published: 2026-05-06T12:52:55.796119+00:00
Keywords: SBIR

Department of DefenseDLA

AI Overview

DLA seeks domestic production capabilities for refractory powders used in aerospace and defense applications, addressing current supply chain reliance on imports. Proposals should demonstrate novel recycling or manufacturing techniques for refractory metals, carbides, and borides that meet defense specifications while offering modular, scalable solutions.

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Key Details

Agency

Department of Defense

Funding Amount

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Release Date

May 6, 2026

Due Date

June 24, 2026 (Closed)

Official Description

Refractory powders are a critical feedstock for many high-temperature defense applications, and the US is strongly reliant on imported materials to meet production needs. Varying powder qualities and increasing procurement costs/lead times upstream limit domestic production capabilities downstream. To this end, DLA is looking for wholly domestic capabilities to recycle and produce refractory metals, carbides, and borides that meet or exceed defense specifications. Novel techniques that increase ...

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Change History

Opportunity RemovedJun 24, 2026 at 4:02 PM