Defense Innovation Navigator

Joint · Umbrella

Research and Engineering enterprise

Coordinates science, technology and capability transition.

Parent / sponsor: Department CTO

Access · Varies by program

An umbrella rather than one application route.

Suggested next action

Choose a mission and a specific delivery organization.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · all

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Organization

Defense Innovation Unit

DIU

Connects commercial capabilities to funded defense needs.

Parent / sponsor: R&E / CTO alignment

Access · Direct application

Respond to a matching solicitation; a general introduction is not a purchase commitment.

Suggested next action

Read the current CSO and map its government customer and adoption plan.

Focus & maturity

AI, autonomy, cyber, energy, human systems, space · commercial, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Organization

Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency

DARPA

Funds breakthrough research and technical development.

Parent / sponsor: R&E ecosystem

Access · Direct application

Program-specific research scope and performer rules.

Suggested next action

Find a matching program and its proposer instructions.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · research, development

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Access platform

DARPAConnect

Provides education and entry assistance for potential DARPA performers.

Parent / sponsor: DARPA; externally supported

Access · Introductions & navigation

Participation is not selection for a research award.

Suggested next action

Use the free resources before approaching the relevant program.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · all

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Organization

Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office

CDAO

Coordinates AI, data and digital adoption.

Parent / sponsor: R&E ecosystem

Access · Varies by program

Use the specific initiative or acquisition route.

Suggested next action

Start with Tradewinds for industry access.

Focus & maturity

AI, data, digital · development, commercial

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Access platform

Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace

Exposes evaluated solution pitches to government buyers.

Parent / sponsor: CDAO

Access · Direct application

Awardable status is not a funded contract.

Suggested next action

Check submission instructions and identify a buyer for the solution.

Focus & maturity

AI, data, digital · commercial, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Organization

Office of Strategic Capital

OSC

Uses capital strategies and financing to support critical supply chains.

Parent / sponsor: R&E ecosystem

Access · Direct application

Product-specific financing eligibility; financing is not a procurement award.

Suggested next action

Review the applicable equipment or fund financing requirements.

Focus & maturity

critical technology, supply chains, manufacturing · production

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Organization

Strategic Capabilities Office

SCO

Part of the department capability development enterprise.

Parent / sponsor: R&E / CTO alignment

Access · Access unverified

General external intake not verified in this pass.

Suggested next action

Identify a published requirement or government sponsor before assuming access.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Organization

Test Resource Management Center

TRMC

Supports test resources and participates in selected initiatives.

Parent / sponsor: R&E ecosystem

Access · Government partner needed

Testing support depends on the program and government coordination.

Suggested next action

Identify the specific test sponsor and facility access conditions.

Focus & maturity

test infrastructure · prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Network

Defense Innovation OnRamp Hubs

Eight individually documented regional connectors into defense customers and resources; subordinate hubs are linked separately.

Parent / sponsor: DIU; regional partners

Access · Introductions & navigation

DIU explicitly states the hubs are not involved in SBIR programming.

Suggested next action

Contact regional outreach with a specific capability and referral request.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Access platform

Digital OnRamp

Capability-to-opportunity matching, learning and regional support.

Parent / sponsor: DIU

Access · Introductions & navigation

Platform functionality and account access were not tested.

Suggested next action

Compare a real navigation case against this existing service.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · all

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Network

National Security Innovation Network

NSIN · National Security Innovation Network

Legacy NSIN capabilities integrated into DIU commercial operations. Current functional routes include commercial engagement, OnRamp Hubs and Innovation with Academia; some academic delivery is evidenced in 2026.

Parent / sponsor: DIU integrated commercial operations

Access · Access unverified

Current independent program roster and intake need confirmation.

Suggested next action

Use DIU Commercial Operations for the current function. Academic users should review Innovation with Academia and H4D; confirm the particular course, fellowship or accelerator window rather than relying on legacy X-Force or Emerge branding.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · research, development

Integrated legacy brand · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Current diu functions verified individual program windows vary

Joint · Program

National Security Innovation Capital

NSIC

Hardware product-development support addressing trusted capital gaps.

Parent / sponsor: DIU integrated commercial operations

Access · Direct application

Live SAM notice: early-stage dual-use hardware at TRL3 or higher; continuous pitch-deck process, subject to topics and available funds. Latest discovered Amendment0004 has additional gates; current topic suspension and submission form remain unverified.

Suggested next action

Review active SAM HQ0845-24-S-N001, then confirm a current NSIC topic, available funds and submission route. June20,2028 is the inactive date, not an application deadline. Latest visible SAM update is June20,2025.

Focus & maturity

dual-use hardware · development

Active standing notice conditional · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Sam active continuous topic funding and form unverified

Joint · Program

Accelerate Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies

APFIT

Funds initial procurement of developed technologies.

Parent / sponsor: R&E Mission Capabilities

Access · Government submits

Government-designated submitter; R&D complete; small/nontraditional performer; other official criteria apply.

Suggested next action

FY27-1 was announced open by June 9, 2026. Have the government sponsor obtain the latest central cutoff and earlier internal nomination dates from its APFIT lead; do not assume October intake.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · production

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Fy27 1 opening evidenced current intake and exact deadlines unverified

Joint · Program

Rapid Defense Experimentation Reserve

RDER

Joint capability experimentation program; February 2026 GAO reports no new projects and existing-project runout.

Parent / sponsor: R&E Mission Capabilities

Access · Access unverified

GAO's February 5, 2026 report says no new projects would begin and existing efforts would continue to completion; no reinstatement verified.

Suggested next action

Do not route new applicants to RDER without a newer official reinstatement and intake notice; identify a currently documented service experimentation sponsor.

Focus & maturity

joint capabilities · prototype

Legacy runout reported · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: No new projects per february 2026 gao

Joint · Access platform

Innovation Pathways

Government directory and guided opportunity discovery.

Parent / sponsor: R&E / intelligence-security partners

Access · Introductions & navigation

Search-rendered empty states do not establish that the live tool is broken.

Suggested next action

Use as a baseline comparator in navigation casework.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · all

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Qualification initiative

Blue UAS Cleared List

Assessed drone list supporting procurement access.

Parent / sponsor: DCMA; transferred from DIU

Access · Varies by program

List management transferred December 3, 2025; listing does not guarantee purchases.

Suggested next action

Verify the current DCMA process and the specific buyer's requirements.

Focus & maturity

uncrewed aircraft · commercial

Transferred · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Program

Drone Dominance Program

Specific initiative for accelerated acquisition and fielding.

Parent / sponsor: OSW; DIU / TRMC / NSWC Crane execution

Access · Varies by program

Phase-specific selection rules; not a standing universal grant.

Suggested next action

Read the current phase announcement and submission gate.

Focus & maturity

uncrewed aircraft · commercial, production

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Air Force / Space Force · Research lab

Air Force Research Laboratory

Research enterprise supporting air and space capabilities.

Parent / sponsor: Department of the Air Force

Access · Varies by program

Directorate and notice-specific access.

Suggested next action

Identify the relevant technical directorate and research announcement.

Focus & maturity

air, space, cross-domain · research, development

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Air Force / Space Force · Organization

AFRL Technology Transition Office

TTO

Integrates AFWERX, SpaceWERX and other transition functions.

Parent / sponsor: AFRL

Access · Varies by program

Current hierarchy based on published office description; direct fetch blocked.

Suggested next action

Use the relevant subordinate program rather than an umbrella pitch.

Focus & maturity

air, space · prototype, commercial

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Air Force / Space Force · Organization

AFWERX

Commercial technology innovation arm of the Department of the Air Force.

Parent / sponsor: AFRL transition enterprise

Access · Direct application

Different offerings have different company and government-customer requirements.

Suggested next action

Choose the specific open-topic, specific-topic or transition route.

Focus & maturity

dual-use, air, space · development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Space Force · Organization

SpaceWERX

Connects commercial space developers with operational and acquisition needs.

Parent / sponsor: AFWERX

Access · Direct application

SpaceWERX is a division of AFWERX, not a parallel department-level agency.

Suggested next action

Match a Space Force need to an active topic or transition offering.

Focus & maturity

space · development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Air Force / Space Force · Program family

DAF SBIR/STTR

Small-business research and development opportunities.

Parent / sponsor: AFWERX / SpaceWERX

Access · Direct application

Controlling topic, business eligibility and phase requirements govern.

Suggested next action

Read both the solicitation and the topic; check the official submission portal.

Focus & maturity

dual-use, air, space · research, development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Air Force / Space Force · Program

STRATFI

Strategic follow-on support for eligible Phase II efforts.

Parent / sponsor: AFWERX / SpaceWERX

Access · Government submits

Eligible Phase II history and other conditions; government POC submission.

Suggested next action

Confirm matching requirements and a government transition partner.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Air Force / Space Force · Program

TACFI

Tactical transition support for eligible Phase II efforts.

Parent / sponsor: AFWERX / SpaceWERX

Access · Government submits

Eligible Phase II and current notice; rolling Space offering has its own rules.

Suggested next action

Verify the current notice and prepare the package with the government POC.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Air Force / Space Force · Program

Strategic Breakthrough

Sequential Phase II pathway for transition of mature solutions.

Parent / sponsor: AFWERX / SpaceWERX

Access · Government submits

Shared published Phase II conditions plus program-specific guidance.

Suggested next action

Review current guidance and identify the submitting government POC.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Air Force / Space Force · Program family

Spark

Historically supports grassroots military innovation.

Parent / sponsor: AFWERX ecosystem

Access · Internal military route

FY24 report is historical evidence, not a current roster or funding call.

Suggested next action

Verify the applicable current Spark cell or program.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · development, prototype

Current offering unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Air Force / Space Force · Program family

Prime

Historically supports maturation and transition of emerging commercial capabilities.

Parent / sponsor: AFWERX ecosystem

Access · Varies by program

Specific offerings and their current status must be checked.

Suggested next action

Verify the named Prime initiative before recommending it.

Focus & maturity

emerging commercial markets · prototype

Current offering unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Space Force · Organization

Commercial Space Office

Coordinates use of commercial space capabilities.

Parent / sponsor: Space Systems Command

Access · Introductions & navigation

Front Door helps route companies; it is not itself a purchase order.

Suggested next action

Use Front Door to identify the relevant mission and acquisition team.

Focus & maturity

space · commercial

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Space Force · Access platform

Space Force Front Door

SSC Front Door · USSF Front Door

Industry navigation portal and supporting team.

Parent / sponsor: SSC Commercial Space Office

Access · Introductions & navigation

Referral does not establish funding or technical acceptance.

Suggested next action

Submit a concise capability description and ask for the specific mission owner.

Focus & maturity

space · all

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Space Force · Organization

Space Development Agency

Iterative development and acquisition of proliferated space capabilities.

Parent / sponsor: Space acquisition enterprise

Access · Direct application

Specific notices and architecture requirements control.

Suggested next action

Track current solicitations and supplier integration requirements.

Focus & maturity

space architecture · development, production

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Space Force · Organization

Space Rapid Capabilities Office

Develops selected urgent space capabilities.

Parent / sponsor: Space Force

Access · Varies by program

No general startup-accelerator intake verified.

Suggested next action

Find a relevant industry notice or identified acquisition sponsor.

Focus & maturity

space · development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Army · Umbrella

Army Pathway for Innovation and Technology

PIT

Integrates Army innovation pathways and tactical feedback.

Parent / sponsor: Army acquisition enterprise

Access · Introductions & navigation

PIT distinguishes FUZE, JIOP and G-TEAD; support is not universal eligibility.

Suggested next action

Select discovery, experimentation or theater need as the initial route.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · all

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Army · Program family

Army FUZE

FUZE

Portfolio linking discovery, development, maturation and manufacturing.

Parent / sponsor: Army PIT

Access · Varies by program

Use an individual pathway rather than assuming FUZE is one grant.

Suggested next action

Choose xTech, SBIR/STTR, TMI or ManTech based on the actual bottleneck.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · development, prototype, production

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Army · Program family

Army xTech

Competitions connecting companies with Army needs.

Parent / sponsor: Army FUZE / PIT

Access · Direct application

Eligibility, scope and deadlines vary by competition.

Suggested next action

Read the competition RFI and separate prizes from conditional follow-on awards.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · development, prototype, commercial

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Army · Program family

Army SBIR/STTR

Early-stage small-business research and structured development.

Parent / sponsor: Army FUZE / PIT

Access · Direct application

Specific solicitation and small-business requirements apply.

Suggested next action

Match the topic and phase before preparing a proposal.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · research, development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Army · Program

Army Technology Maturation Initiative

Validates prototypes and advances them toward operational use.

Parent / sponsor: Army FUZE / PIT

Access · Varies by program

A program description does not establish an open company application.

Suggested next action

Identify the relevant government pathway and current project-selection rules.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Army · Program

Army Manufacturing Technology

Supports scalable and cost-effective production.

Parent / sponsor: Army FUZE / PIT

Access · Varies by program

Focus on production/manufacturing needs, not general startup runway.

Suggested next action

Specify the manufacturing bottleneck and confirm the relevant project route.

Focus & maturity

manufacturing · production

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Army · Organization

Army Applications Laboratory

AAL

Connects nontraditional industry with Army challenges.

Parent / sponsor: Army innovation enterprise; PIT support

Access · Direct application

Use current published problem statements and engagement process.

Suggested next action

Identify a problem owner and the applicable AAL call.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · development, prototype, commercial

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Army · Research lab

Army Research Laboratory

ARL

Fundamental research connecting Army, academia and industry.

Parent / sponsor: DEVCOM research enterprise

Access · Varies by program

Collaboration differs from a production acquisition.

Suggested next action

Identify research fit and a technical collaboration mechanism.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · research, development

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Army · Organization

75th U.S. Army Reserve Innovation Command

Uses reservist expertise and civilian partnerships for innovation.

Parent / sponsor: Army Reserve

Access · Introductions & navigation

Partnership review is not a blanket procurement commitment.

Suggested next action

Describe the Army problem and request a relevant innovation partner.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Army · Organization

Joint Innovation Outpost

Connects industry and acquisition with corps-level needs.

Parent / sponsor: Army PIT ecosystem

Access · Introductions & navigation

Experiment participation and funding require specific coordination.

Suggested next action

Identify the operational problem and evidence needed for an experiment.

Focus & maturity

operational needs · prototype, commercial

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Army · Organization

Global Tactical Edge Acquisition Directorate

Adapts and deploys technology against theater needs.

Parent / sponsor: Army PIT ecosystem

Access · Varies by program

Theater and event-specific problem statements govern.

Suggested next action

Monitor matching competitions and confirm test and acquisition owners.

Focus & maturity

theater needs · prototype, commercial

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Navy / Marine Corps · Organization

NavalX

Former naval innovation organization stood down; functions and portions of the ecosystem transitioned into DONRCO.

Parent / sponsor: Department of the Navy Rapid Capabilities Office (successor)

Access · Introductions & navigation

Connection function should not be mistaken for a general funding award.

Suggested next action

Use DONRCO's current industry hub and Vulcan instructions. For a regional Tech Bridge, confirm the local host's current role rather than assuming an independent NavalX intake.

Focus & maturity

naval capabilities · all

Stood down transitioned · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Use donrco successor route

Navy / Marine Corps · Network

NavalX Tech Bridges

Regional naval collaboration network with dated node-level evidence. NavalX reports transition to DONRCO; the FY2027 budget request describes removal of central resourcing under PU1097, while some hosts document 2026 activity.

Parent / sponsor: DONRCO transition; individual host commands and partners

Access · Introductions & navigation

Connector access varies by local host. A historical roster or 2026 event does not establish current funding or open applications; a budget request does not prove each node closed.

Suggested next action

Select a node by host and technical fit, check its dated evidence, and confirm the successor contact and intake before submitting. Use DONRCO for current department-wide routing.

Focus & maturity

naval capabilities · development, prototype, commercial

Network transition local status varies · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Verify each host current owner and route

Navy / Marine Corps · Organization

Office of Naval Research

Naval science and technology funding and partnering.

Parent / sponsor: Department of the Navy

Access · Direct application

Read the BAA, NOFO or program-specific instructions.

Suggested next action

Align a research concept with the relevant technical program.

Focus & maturity

naval capabilities · research, development

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Navy / Marine Corps · Program

ONR Global TechSolutions

Rapid science and technology response to operational user needs.

Parent / sponsor: ONR Global

Access · Government partner needed

Needs originate with Sailors and Marines; not an unrestricted commercial grant.

Suggested next action

Work from a genuine end-user requirement and check the program process.

Focus & maturity

sailor and marine needs · development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Navy / Marine Corps · Program family

Navy SBIR/STTR

Small-business research and development pathways.

Parent / sponsor: Naval research / acquisition enterprise

Access · Direct application

Topic and phase-specific eligibility.

Suggested next action

Read the current naval topic and submission instructions.

Focus & maturity

naval capabilities · research, development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Navy / Marine Corps · Program

Navy ManTech

Naval manufacturing technology pathway.

Parent / sponsor: ONR

Access · Varies by program

Project and manufacturing focus govern access.

Suggested next action

Specify a production bottleneck and identify the appropriate program.

Focus & maturity

manufacturing · production

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Navy / Marine Corps · Program family

Navy Technology Transfer

Laboratory technology transfer and collaboration routes.

Parent / sponsor: Naval laboratory enterprise

Access · Varies by program

Licensing or collaboration is distinct from a purchase commitment.

Suggested next action

Identify the laboratory technology and intended collaboration or license.

Focus & maturity

laboratory technology · research, development

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Marine Corps · Organization

Marine Innovation Unit

MIU

Uses reservist civilian expertise to accelerate Marine capability adoption.

Parent / sponsor: Marine Corps Forces Reserve

Access · Introductions & navigation

MIU support should not be assumed to carry procurement funds.

Suggested next action

Send a concrete problem/capability and ask for the responsible Marine organization.

Focus & maturity

AI, autonomy, software, cyber, logistics, enterprise · development, prototype, commercial

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Marine Corps · Research lab

Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory / Future Technology Office

MCWL · FTO · TISO

Screens and experiments with technology supporting future Marine capabilities.

Parent / sponsor: Marine Corps development enterprise

Access · Direct application

Use the ONR BAA/TISO route; MCWL explicitly distinguishes experimentation from procurement.

Suggested next action

Submit a compliant white paper only after confirming the BAA fit.

Focus & maturity

AI, autonomy, PNT, logistics, littoral · development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Marine Corps · Access platform

Marine Corps Industry Portal

Routes industry ideas and engagement to Marine acquisition functions.

Parent / sponsor: Portfolio Acquisition Executive Marine Corps

Access · Direct application

Portal submission is not technical acceptance or a contract.

Suggested next action

Choose the matching capability area and request the acquisition owner.

Focus & maturity

marine capabilities · prototype, commercial

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Marine Corps · Organization

Marine Corps Software Factory

Marine software development and technical talent capability.

Parent / sponsor: Marine Corps information enterprise

Access · Internal military route

Not a general-purpose external startup funding route.

Suggested next action

Use only where the proposed work fits its internal mission.

Focus & maturity

software · development

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Special Operations · Partner hub

SOFWERX

Industry-government collaboration and capability assessment platform.

Parent / sponsor: USSOCOM sponsor; DEFENSEWERX operator

Access · Direct application

Each event has its own submission, invitation and follow-on rules.

Suggested next action

Check the specific event page, not only the event date.

Focus & maturity

SOF needs · prototype, commercial

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Cross-service · Intermediary

DEFENSEWERX

Operates government-sponsored innovation hubs through partnerships.

Parent / sponsor: Nonprofit; multiple federal partners

Access · Introductions & navigation

Not a department agency; hubs have different sponsors.

Suggested next action

Select the hub based on its sponsor and mission.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · all

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Army · Partner hub

ERDCWERX

Sponsor-specific collaboration through a nonprofit-operated hub.

Parent / sponsor: Army ERDC sponsor; DEFENSEWERX operator

Access · Introductions & navigation

Published challenges and collaboration terms govern access.

Suggested next action

Find a relevant challenge and confirm the sponsor's desired outcome.

Focus & maturity

engineering, infrastructure · development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Army · Partner hub

Cyber Fusion Innovation Center

Sponsor-specific collaboration through a nonprofit-operated hub.

Parent / sponsor: Army Cyber Command sponsor; DEFENSEWERX operator

Access · Introductions & navigation

Published challenges and collaboration terms govern access.

Suggested next action

Find a relevant challenge and confirm the sponsor's desired outcome.

Focus & maturity

cyber · development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Navy / Marine Corps · Partner hub

FLEETWERX

Sponsor-specific collaboration through a nonprofit-operated hub.

Parent / sponsor: Naval Postgraduate School sponsor; DEFENSEWERX operator

Access · Introductions & navigation

Published challenges and collaboration terms govern access.

Suggested next action

Find a relevant challenge and confirm the sponsor's desired outcome.

Focus & maturity

maritime, research · development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Navy / Marine Corps · Partner hub

NAUTILUS

Sponsor-specific collaboration through a nonprofit-operated hub.

Parent / sponsor: NSWC Dahlgren sponsor; DEFENSEWERX operator

Access · Introductions & navigation

Published challenges and collaboration terms govern access.

Suggested next action

Find a relevant challenge and confirm the sponsor's desired outcome.

Focus & maturity

naval capabilities · development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Air Force · Partner hub

Doolittle Institute

Sponsor-specific collaboration through a nonprofit-operated hub.

Parent / sponsor: AFRL Munitions Directorate sponsor; DEFENSEWERX operator

Access · Introductions & navigation

Published challenges and collaboration terms govern access.

Suggested next action

Find a relevant challenge and confirm the sponsor's desired outcome.

Focus & maturity

research, technology transfer · development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Combatant Commands · Organization

CENTCOM Rapid Employment Joint Task Force

Coordinates accelerated delivery of capabilities to deployed forces.

Parent / sponsor: CENTCOM CTO

Access · Government partner needed

No universal company submission route established by the announcement.

Suggested next action

Identify a matching published need and designated government interface.

Focus & maturity

operational needs · prototype, commercial

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Combatant Commands · Network

CENTCOM component innovation task forces

Publicly documented TF39, TF59, TF99 and TF179 operational experiments.

Parent / sponsor: CENTCOM service components

Access · Access unverified

Historical posture statement; validate current ownership and activity individually.

Suggested next action

Confirm the particular task force and current experimentation opportunity.

Focus & maturity

land, maritime, air, SOF · prototype, commercial

Current offering unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Combatant Commands · Organization

SOUTHCOM Autonomous Warfare Command

Announced autonomous-capability command under establishment.

Parent / sponsor: SOUTHCOM

Access · Access unverified

Source describes establishment; operating status and industry intake not verified.

Suggested next action

Monitor official establishment and engagement announcements.

Focus & maturity

autonomy · prototype, commercial

Announced establishing · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Defense Agencies · Organization

Defense Logistics Agency R&D

Logistics and manufacturing research and small-business innovation.

Parent / sponsor: DLA

Access · Varies by program

Specific research or SBIR/STTR call governs.

Suggested next action

Match the logistics problem to the relevant R&D program.

Focus & maturity

logistics, supply chains, manufacturing · development, production

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Defense Agencies · Organization

Defense Threat Reduction Agency R&D

Research and development addressing threat reduction.

Parent / sponsor: DTRA

Access · Direct application

Published BAA and topic rules govern.

Suggested next action

Use current DTRA research opportunities and the specified submission channel.

Focus & maturity

counter-WMD, chemical-biological · research, development

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Defense Agencies · Program family

Missile Defense Agency advanced research / SBIR-STTR

Small-business research and commercialization pathways.

Parent / sponsor: MDA

Access · Direct application

Specific topics and transition requirements.

Suggested next action

Identify a matching current MDA topic.

Focus & maturity

missile defense · research, development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Defense Agencies · Organization

Defense Health Agency science and technology

Military medical research funding pathways.

Parent / sponsor: DHA

Access · Varies by program

Different medical research channels have distinct eligibility.

Suggested next action

Choose the relevant BAA, CDMRP, SBIR or consortium call.

Focus & maturity

medical, human performance · research, development

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Defense Agencies · Consortium

Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium

Consortium route referenced by DHA for medical technology opportunities.

Parent / sponsor: Military medical research partnerships

Access · Varies by program

Check membership and project-specific solicitation rules; not a government agency.

Suggested next action

Read the actual consortium solicitation before joining or preparing a proposal.

Focus & maturity

medical · development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Program

Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program

Research addressing installation and environmental capability needs.

Parent / sponsor: Installation innovation enterprise

Access · Direct application

Solicitation-specific topic and eligibility requirements.

Suggested next action

Check the research statement of need and funding call.

Focus & maturity

energy, water, environment, materials · research, development

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Program

Environmental Security Technology Certification Program

Demonstration and validation of installation technologies.

Parent / sponsor: Installation innovation enterprise

Access · Direct application

Specific demonstration requirements and site arrangements.

Suggested next action

Identify a matching demonstration call and a suitable validation context.

Focus & maturity

energy, water, environment, infrastructure · prototype, commercial

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Defense Intelligence · Program

NRO Director's Innovation Initiative

High-payoff research concepts for NRO missions.

Parent / sponsor: NRO

Access · Direct application

Specific DII call and ARC access conditions; current call not verified.

Suggested next action

Use NRO industry channels to verify the current opportunity.

Focus & maturity

space reconnaissance · research, development

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Regional hub

Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Arizona

Connections to military installations, testing and university research. Published location: 101 N 1st Ave, Suite 2750, Phoenix, AZ 85003.

Parent / sponsor: DIU Defense Innovation OnRamp Hubs

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional education and referral route; no direct funding award or open intake implied. DIU network page excludes SBIR programming.

Suggested next action

Prepare a short capability and customer-discovery question; use the published hub contact to request the appropriate local route.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · all

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Regional hub

Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Hawaii

Off-base collaboration, training, networking and mission-focused challenges. Published location: 55 Merchant Street, Suite 1825, Honolulu, HI 96813.

Parent / sponsor: DIU Defense Innovation OnRamp Hubs

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional education and referral route; no direct funding award or open intake implied. DIU network page excludes SBIR programming.

Suggested next action

Prepare a short capability and customer-discovery question; use the published hub contact to request the appropriate local route.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · all

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Regional hub

Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Kansas

University and NIAR facilities, prototyping and industry-government connections. Published location: 334 St Francis Ave, Wichita, KS 67202.

Parent / sponsor: DIU Defense Innovation OnRamp Hubs

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional education and referral route; no direct funding award or open intake implied. DIU network page excludes SBIR programming.

Suggested next action

Prepare a short capability and customer-discovery question; use the published hub contact to request the appropriate local route.

Focus & maturity

advanced manufacturing, aerospace · all

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Regional hub

Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Kentucky

University of Louisville research infrastructure and defense technology connections. Published location: 300 East Market St., Louisville, KY.

Parent / sponsor: DIU Defense Innovation OnRamp Hubs

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional education and referral route; no direct funding award or open intake implied. DIU network page excludes SBIR programming.

Suggested next action

Prepare a short capability and customer-discovery question; use the published hub contact to request the appropriate local route.

Focus & maturity

additive manufacturing, robotics, cybersecurity, micro and nano technology · all

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Regional hub

Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Minnesota

Education, transition services and stakeholder networking. Published location: 2550 University Ave W., Suite 311-N, Saint Paul, MN 55114.

Parent / sponsor: DIU Defense Innovation OnRamp Hubs

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional education and referral route; no direct funding award or open intake implied. DIU network page excludes SBIR programming.

Suggested next action

Prepare a short capability and customer-discovery question; use the published hub contact to request the appropriate local route.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Regional hub

Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Montana

Montana State University Innovation Campus and regional industry connections. Published location: 2425 Technology Blvd, Bozeman, MT 59718.

Parent / sponsor: DIU Defense Innovation OnRamp Hubs

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional education and referral route; no direct funding award or open intake implied. DIU network page excludes SBIR programming.

Suggested next action

Prepare a short capability and customer-discovery question; use the published hub contact to request the appropriate local route.

Focus & maturity

aviation, space, autonomy, materials, climate-resilient technologies · all

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Regional hub

Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Ohio

Physical and digital collaboration for Ohio businesses entering defense. Published location: 1275 Kinnear Rd., Columbus, OH 43212.

Parent / sponsor: DIU Defense Innovation OnRamp Hubs

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional education and referral route; no direct funding award or open intake implied. DIU network page excludes SBIR programming.

Suggested next action

Prepare a short capability and customer-discovery question; use the published hub contact to request the appropriate local route.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · all

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Regional hub

Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Washington

Technology showcases, mentoring, webinars and mission-partner connections. Published location: 1100 SW 27th St., Renton, WA 98057.

Parent / sponsor: DIU Defense Innovation OnRamp Hubs

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional education and referral route; no direct funding award or open intake implied. DIU network page excludes SBIR programming. Local page mentions SBIR information sessions; education is distinct from administering awards.

Suggested next action

Prepare a short capability and customer-discovery question; use the published hub contact to request the appropriate local route.

Focus & maturity

cross-domain · all

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: not verified

Joint · Program family

DIU Innovation with Academia

IWA · Innovation with Academia

Academic collaboration connecting government problems, university teams and commercial translation. H4D, capstone pathways and commercialization activity are described in 2026 sources.

Parent / sponsor: DIU Commercial Operations

Access · Introductions & navigation

Participation depends on the university, problem sponsor and specific program; no universal open funding application is established.

Suggested next action

Choose the relevant university or government-problem pathway, then check that program's current intake.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · research, development

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Program specific windows unverified

Joint · Program

Hacking for Defense

H4D

University teams investigate government-provided national-security problems; a 2026 FAU cohort demonstrates continuing delivery.

Parent / sponsor: DIU Innovation with Academia; university and program-operator partners

Access · Introductions & navigation

Academic participation and government problem sponsorship have separate routes; this is not a direct startup grant.

Suggested next action

Government problem sponsors can review the operator's sponsor process; students and universities should use their course pathway and confirm the next cohort.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · research

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: 2026 delivery observed next cohort unverified

Joint · Program

DIU Commercialization Fellowship

Summer2026 commercialization work is documented by DIU and a university participant.

Parent / sponsor: DIU Innovation with Academia; university partners

Access · Introductions & navigation

Fellowship participation depends on the specific academic cohort; no next application window verified.

Suggested next action

Ask the academic program for the next commercialization cohort, participant requirements and schedule. Do not infer that old X-Force or DISF recruitment is open.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · research, development

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Summer 2026 delivery observed next intake unverified

Navy / Marine Corps · Organization

Department of the Navy Rapid Capabilities Office

DONRCO · DON-RCO · NRCO · Naval Rapid Capabilities Office

Successor office for rapid naval capability delivery; absorbs NavalX and other rapid capability functions.

Parent / sponsor: Department of the Navy

Access · Direct application

Industry uses Vulcan registration, approval and responses to particular RFIs; participation is not an award guarantee. Warfighters use command adoption teams or science advisors.

Suggested next action

Review Vulcan101, register the company if appropriate, await approval, and respond to a relevant current need. For routing questions use the public office contact.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · prototype, commercial, production

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Public intake instructions verified authenticated rfis unverified

Navy / Marine Corps · Consortium

National Security Prototype to Production OT Consortium

NSPPC · National Security Plug and Play Consortium

Industry consortium connecting sponsor needs with prototype-to-production opportunities. Current operator and DONRCO wording uses Prototype to Production; the August announcement used Plug and Play.

Parent / sponsor: DONRCO; managed by Creative Defense Foundation

Access · Direct application

Membership and each competitive request are separate gates. Operator advertises free membership; membership does not establish funding or an open award solicitation.

Suggested next action

Review the operator's current membership terms and requests; verify the request deadline before preparing a response.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · development, prototype

Publicly documented · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Membership advertised open solicitations separate

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Capital Tech Bridge

Maritime engineering, ship design, industry collaboration and 3D scanning. Location: National Capital Region / West Bethesda, MD. Evidence: 2026-02-26.

Parent / sponsor: NSWC Carderock; Pike District Partnership

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Recent reference intake unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Central Coast Tech Bridge

Connects NPS research and operational students with industry. Location: Monterey, CA. Evidence: 2026-04-20.

Parent / sponsor: Naval Postgraduate School / Emerging Tech and Innovation Office

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Recent reference intake unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Central Florida Tech Bridge

Training, simulation and human performance collaboration. Location: Orlando, FL. Evidence: 2024-09-13.

Parent / sponsor: NAWCTSD; Team Orlando ecosystem

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Documented node current operation unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Eastern North Carolina Tech Bridge

Aircraft sustainment, manufacturing, robotics and workforce development. Location: Craven County / Cherry Point, NC. Evidence: 2025-07-22.

Parent / sponsor: Fleet Readiness Center East

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Documented node current operation unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Gulf Coast Tech Bridge

Maritime environment technology and naval commercial partnerships. Location: Panama City, FL / Gulf Coast region. Evidence: 2025-08-13.

Parent / sponsor: NSWC Panama City; NRL Stennis; NIWC Atlantic; CNMOC

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Documented node current operation unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Hawaii Tech Bridge

Indo-Pacific technology transfer and experimentation. Location: Honolulu, HI. Evidence: 2025-07-10.

Parent / sponsor: Formal anchor/host not established by reviewed source

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Documented node current operation unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Inland Empire Tech Bridge

Measurement and data analysis partnerships. Location: Norco, CA. Evidence: 2026.

Parent / sponsor: NSWC Corona

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Recent reference intake unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Japan Tech Bridge

U.S.-Japan technology discovery and maritime modernization partnerships. Location: Yokosuka, Japan. Evidence: 2024-09-13.

Parent / sponsor: SRF-JRMC; hosted at Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Documented node current operation unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Liberty Tech Bridge

Shipboard robotics and machinery innovation collaboration. Location: Philadelphia, PA / NJ-PA-DE region. Evidence: 2024-09-13.

Parent / sponsor: NSWC Philadelphia; NIWC Pacific; NAWCAD Lakehurst

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Documented node current operation unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

London Tech Bridge

Transatlantic naval technology collaboration and partner engagement. Location: London, United Kingdom. Evidence: None.

Parent / sponsor: ONR Global; U.S. Navy / Royal Navy

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Documented node current operation unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Mid-Atlantic Tech Bridge

Industry connection and naval digital capability collaboration. Location: Norfolk / Hampton Roads, VA. Evidence: 2026-05-12.

Parent / sponsor: Navy regional bridge; warfare-center partners (specific anchor not re-established in this pass)

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Recent reference intake unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Midwest Tech Bridge

Regional discovery and transition; expeditionary, strategic and electronic warfare needs. Location: Crane / Odon, IN. Evidence: 2024-09-13.

Parent / sponsor: NSWC Crane

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Documented node current operation unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Northeast Tech Bridge

Undersea and maritime industry demonstrations and technology connection. Location: Newport, RI. Evidence: 2026-08-27.

Parent / sponsor: NUWC Division Newport

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Recent reference intake unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Pacific Northwest Tech Bridge

Northwest Tech Bridge · Pacific Northwest Tech Bridge

Regional commercial-to-naval technology partnerships. Location: Keyport, WA. Evidence: None.

Parent / sponsor: NUWC Division Keyport

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Documented node current operation unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Palmetto Tech Bridge

Regional technology scouting and naval partnerships. Location: Charleston, SC; region Raleigh-Durham–Atlanta–Jacksonville. Evidence: 2025-08-07.

Parent / sponsor: NIWC Atlantic

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Documented node current operation unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

San Diego / SoCal Tech Bridge

SoCal Tech Bridge · San Diego Tech Bridge

Naval information warfare and regional technology engagement. Location: San Diego, CA. Evidence: 2025-07.

Parent / sponsor: NIWC Pacific; NAVWAR oversight in founding source

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Documented node current operation unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Southern Maryland Tech Bridge

Autonomy, aviation and simulation collaboration. Location: Patuxent River / California, MD. Evidence: 2026-10-02.

Parent / sponsor: NAWCAD; TechPort

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Recent reference intake unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Ventura Tech Bridge

Naval experimentation and technology collaboration. Location: Ventura County / Port Hueneme, CA. Evidence: 2025-07-10.

Parent / sponsor: NSWC Port Hueneme; Fathomwerx

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Documented node current operation unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

Potomac Tech Bridge

Connect regional innovators with naval capability needs. Location: King George / Dahlgren, VA. Evidence: 2025-06-03.

Parent / sponsor: NSWC Dahlgren; University of Mary Washington Dahlgren Campus

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Documented node current operation unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional hub

High Desert Tech Bridge / TechGrid

TechGrid

Prototyping and cross-domain regional innovation. Location: Ridgecrest, CA. Evidence: 2025-07-10.

Parent / sponsor: TechGrid collaboration near NAWS China Lake; NAVAIR brief lists NAWC partners

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Documented node current operation unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed

Navy / Marine Corps · Regional node

Bayou Tech Node

Connect Louisiana commercial technology to naval needs. Location: New Orleans, LA. Evidence: 2025-08-13.

Parent / sponsor: Gulf Coast Tech Bridge; NIWC Atlantic New Orleans

Access · Introductions & navigation

Regional collaboration route. Confirm present owner, funding and intake with the host. Dated activity and public contacts are not proof of current acceptance.

Suggested next action

Confirm the named host still provides this regional function, its current owner and intake route before preparing or sending a capability submission.

Focus & maturity

dual-use · all

Documented node current operation unverified · reviewed 2026-10-09
Intake: Unconfirmed