Full and Open Competition after exclusion of sources
Major Defense Program
Not listed
Pricing Type
Firm Fixed Price
Place of Performance
Andover, MA 01810, USA
Solicitation Procedures
Negotiated Proposal / Quote
Number Of Offers Received
2
Legislative Mandate
Employment Eligibility Verification
National Interest Action
Not listed
Research Type
STTR Phase II
Primary Consortia Member
Not listed
The Defense Health Agency (DHA) has awarded a $1.3 million Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Phase II contract to Physical Sciences Inc. (PSI), a small business research and development firm headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts. The contract, awarded on February 5, 2025, supports the development of the Compact Litter Assist for Warfighters (CLAW), a medical research and development project designed to improve casualty evacuation capabilities for military personnel. The contract is structured as a firm fixed-price definitive contract with a completion deadline of June 4, 2027, and carries a total small business set-aside designation, reflecting the DHA's commitment to leveraging small business innovation in military medical technology development.
PSI brings substantial experience in federal research and development across defense and medical sectors, with a demonstrated track record in STTR and SBIR programs. The company specializes in advanced scientific and technical solutions, including specialized instrumentation and emerging technologies relevant to military applications. This Phase II award builds on prior STTR Phase I work and represents a continuation of DHA's investment in developing innovative medical technologies that enhance operational effectiveness and soldier survivability in field conditions.