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SOCOM SBIR (via SOFWERX)

SOCOM SBIR Release 1

Supports two focused technical streams for special operations through dedicated defense research calls.

ClosedSOFWERX (USSOCOM via DEFENSEWERX)United States
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SOCOM SBIR 26.BZ Release 1 is a USSOCOM-sponsored Small Business Innovation Research solicitation administered through SOFWERX and DEFENSEWERX, offering two Direct-to-Phase-II (D2P2) topics for qualified US small businesses. Topic SOC26BZ01-DV001 seeks a compact LIDAR system designed for integration aboard unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), enabling underwater navigation, mapping, or obstacle de…

What this grant funds

D2P2 topics: SOC26BZ01-DV001 Compact UUV Borne LIDAR System; SOC26BZ01-DV002 IRONWALKER. Standard SBIR Phase I, Phase II, Direct to Phase II structure.

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CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Procurement contract
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: events.sofwerx.org