DTRA / JSTO S&T CBRN-Capability Operational User Trial 2027 (SCOUT 27)

The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) and the Joint Science and Technology Office (JSTO) are issuing an RFI to collect technology nominations for the SCOUT 27 Operational User Trial and its concurrent Concepts Crucible, scheduled for 12‑18 March 2027 at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek‑Fort Story, VA. The solicitation seeks two categories of CBRN‑related technologies: (1) ruggedized prototypes at TRL 4‑6+ for operational assessment, and (2) early‑stage concepts at TRL 1‑3 for static display. Desired capabilities span decentralized early‑warning sensor networks, warfighter burden‑reduction protection, autonomous hazard‑mitigation systems, and tactical‑edge diagnostics/medical countermeasures. Submissions are submitted in two phases via the JETT portal (phase 1) and, if selected, a deeper technical questionnaire on Vulcan‑sof.com (phase 2). The RFI posting window is 1 Sept 2026‑9 Oct 2026; hard submission deadline is 9 Oct 2026; selection notifications by 16 Nov 2026; interviews 17 Nov‑7 Dec 2026. No funding is provided; participation is at the respondent’s expense. • Event dates: 12‑18 Mar 2027 (7‑day trial). • Targeted technologies: CBRN detection, protective gear, autonomous decontamination, portable diagnostics, medical countermeasures, data‑fusion software. • Submission phases: JETT entry (RFI ID SCOUT 27) → optional Vulcan‑sof.com deep‑dive. • Eligibility: commercial, academic, federal R&D, non‑profits, FFRDCs, UARCs. • All submissions must be unclassified; foreign‑partner observation possible.