About the SPARTN Program
Powered by SBIR. Backed by AAL.
SPARTN unites Army SBIR funding and AAL's business model to create a program that moves — and pays — at the speed of business. By blending government and industry best practices we introduce a whole-of-Army approach to innovation.
Download the InfosheetHow We Do It
Problems released through SPARTN are tied to the Army's needs and to other focused modernization efforts.
We provide industry the ability to connect with Army stakeholders and end users (Soldiers) for deeper insight into the problem.
We have a deliverable-based funding approach that helps companies have stable financial footing through the technology development process.
Acquisition teams are included early with the goal of easing transition and building new tech into recurring budgets.
How We Do It
Problems released through SPARTN are tied to the Army's needs and to other focused modernization efforts.
We provide industry the ability to connect with Army stakeholders and end users (Soldiers) for deeper insight into the problem.
We have a deliverable-based funding approach that helps companies have stable financial footing through the technology development process.
Acquisition teams are included early with the goal of easing transition and building new tech into recurring budgets.
Open Opportunities
Modular Payloads for UAS
The Army is seeking industry partners to enhance UAS payload types and integrate them with a Picatinny Common Lethality Interface Kit (CLIK) specification, allowing Soldiers to swap payloads more quickly and easily on the battlefield.
Applications Open October 22
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