SBIR Opportunity: Target Recognition and Acquisition in Complex Environments

The Space Development Agency seeks innovative algorithms for target recognition and tracking in complex overhead persistent infrared sensor imagery through a Small Business Innovation Research opportunity. Proposals are invited under SDA's BAA HQ085021S0001 to create a modeling and simulation framework to evaluate target recognition and tracking algorithms for fast moving targets such as hypersonic glide vehicles and cruise missiles. Phase I awards up to $250,000 are available for 12 months to develop the framework, with Phase II involving further algorithm development and validation testing using government sensor data with awards up to $1,700,000 for up to 24 months. Questions are due by March 25, 2021 and proposals are due by April 27, 2021.

There is no set-aside designated for this opportunity. The primary NAICS code is 541715 for computer facilities management services and the PSC code is R425 for research and development of space vehicles. Phase I awards are limited to $250,000 for 12 months of work, while Phase II awards are limited to $1,700,000 for up to 24 months. This opportunity seeks to support national defense capabilities by recognizing targets such as hypersonic glide vehicles, cruise missiles, and re-entry vehicles within 12 to 24 months through the innovative algorithms developed.