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
Unmanned Ground Recovery
The Army is seeking information on Unmanned Ground Recovery systems to reduce risk to Soldiers, maintain high operational readiness, and enhance recovery operations efficiency.
Applications close July 31
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Ground-Based Affordable Mass
To overcome operational bottlenecks and rapid depletion of munitions in high-intensity warfare, the Army must rapidly scale the production of affordable, long-range munitions. The Army is seeking low-cost solutions that deliver a favorable cost-per-effect and can be rapidly produced in mass quantities.
Applications close July 14, 11:59 PM ET
Learn MoreUnmanned Ground Recovery
The Army is seeking information on Unmanned Ground Recovery systems to reduce risk to Soldiers, maintain high operational readiness, and enhance recovery operations efficiency.
Applications open June XX
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