Description
This Special Broad Agency Announcement (sBAA) from the Navy Manufacturing Technology (ManTech) Program seeks innovative research and development proposals that will accelerate shipyard throughput, reduce construction and repair time, and modernize the naval industrial base. Funding is available under two research categories – 6.2 Applied Research and 6.3 Advanced Technology Development – with Phase I awards ranging from $500 K to $5 M and performance periods of 1‑2 years. Proposals must address one or more of the “Golden Fleet Initiative” priority areas (speed/throughput, advanced manufacturing, sustainment & repair, industrial‑base modernization, supply‑chain logistics) and demonstrate a clear transition path to Navy platforms such as next‑generation frigates, battleships, or unmanned surface vessels. The effort is open to industry, academia, and research institutions; small and large businesses alike may compete. Submissions consist of a white paper (60‑day window after publication) followed by a full proposal (45 days after selection). The award will be made via a procurement contract or Other Transaction Agreement (OTA).
• Targeted outcomes: faster shipbuilding, improved repair cycles, enhanced industrial resiliency.
• Eligible technologies: robotics, AI/ML, digital twins, additive manufacturing, novel materials, advanced sensors, autonomous inspection, supply‑chain analytics, etc.
• Funding: 3‑5 Applied‑Research awards ($0.5‑$3 M each) and 5‑10 Advanced‑Tech‑Development awards ($1.5‑$5 M each).
• Duration: 1‑2 years per award.
• Open to U.S. entities (industry, academia); FFRDCs not eligible as prime but may partner.
• Submission: white‑paper then full proposal via ONR portal; questions due at least two weeks before submission windows.
Attached files
The solicitation documents live at the source — open the bid source above to download them.
Contact
Stephanie L. Marsh(Contracting Officer)