Prototyping Through Small Business and Non-Traditional Pathways
Abstract
Prototyping Through Small Business and Non-Traditional Pathways leverages innovative technologies and emerging products developed by Service laboratories, FFRDCs/UARCs, the defense industry, small businesses, non-traditional performers, and academia. Individual efforts are identified and refined throughout the year of execution through outreach and discovery engagements, including pitch days with industry and non-traditional performers. Prospective efforts are closely coordinated with the Services to deconflict, improve jointness, and increase transition to Service acquisition programs. Promising solutions are selected for prototyping, and if successful, transition through partnerships with the Services, CCMDs, and other defense agencies. This effort supports the Department's objectives of leveraging commercial innovation to maintain technology superiority; increasing rate of technology maturation; exploring alternative and faster pathways for acquisition; and fielding affordable and effective joint mission capabilities.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2025
- Source ID
- 5537f0a708bbf2172b4e9de72cb43995