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Sequential Opportunities

A New Strategic Breakthrough (SBT) Program Opportunity Is Now Open:
The DAF PY26.3.2 SBT Program Notice of Opportunity (NOO) Is Accepting Submissions!
Open Date: August 26, 2026 | Close Date: September 18, 2026 at 11:59PM ET
* Dates are subject to change
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This Notice of Opportunity is limited to submissions from government champions to continue work started on initial SBIR Phase II efforts related to low-cost hypersonic missiles for development and integration onto U.S. Air Force platforms.

Government POCs with an eligible Phase II who wish to apply for this Strategic Breakthrough opportunity can find submission instructions at the Teams channel below.

Microsoft Teams channel for gov only:
PY26.3.2 Strategic Breakthrough (SBT) NOO
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Eligibility Requirements

Phase II efforts must meet ALL of the following criteria to be eligible for STRATFI, TACFI, or Strategic Breakthrough consideration.

  • Company is considered a Small Business Concern (SBC) and is eligible for a SBIR/STTR award.
  • SBC is on an active SBIR/STTR Phase II or completed their SBIR/STTR Phase II within two years of Capability Package submission.
  • The subject Phase II effort has not already been awarded a second (AKA “sequential”) Phase II
  • At least 90 days have passed since the beginning of the associated SBIR/STTR Phase II execution.
  • SBC is not executing a prior STRATFI, TACFI, or Strategic Breakthrough for the same Phase II effort at the time of submission.
  • Anticipated work is to be performed in the United States.
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Submission Process

In order to submit a STRATFI, TACFI, or Strategic Breakthrough request, a web-based application has been created to collect submission information and aid in expediting the review process. It is important you follow the outlined steps below.

  1. Review the FAQs & Submission Checklist
  2. Review all Guidance Documentation
  3. Complete required Submission Templates
  4. Apply online by submitting your STRATFI, TACFI, or Strategic Breakthrough Application

Submission is to be completed by Government POC only.

Incomplete submissions will not be considered.

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