SBIR DHA26BZ03-NV007 (Defense Health Agency): Open Architecture OEM Real-time Ultrafine Particulate Sensor
U.S. Department of Defense — Defense Health Agency
Who can apply
Small Business. Startup
About this opportunity
Defense Health Agency SBIR topic — under DoW SBIR 2026 BAA (Solicitation 26.BZ, Release 3) — Accepting submissions 2026-06-24 to 2026-07-22. Objective: Develop and demonstrate the efficacy of a low size, weight, power, and cost, and open-architecture ultrafine particulate sensor with real-time detection down to 0.01 microns (10 nanometers) or less at concentrations up to 10^6 particles per cubic centimeter. Description: This SBIR topic aligns with the DHA Environmental Exposures Toxic Injury Prevention Roadmap, specifically focusing on enhanced tools and assessment methodology for acute and chronic exposure to military-relevant chemicals, materials, and hazards. Ultrafine particulates pose a significant health risk due to their ability to penetrate deep into the lungs, enter the bloodstrea...