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
Accelerated and Automated Visual Verification
AAL is seeking a real-time solution that can extract the most critical information from video feeds and transmit the compressed imagery, along with relevant targeting information and prioritization, to command centers.
Applications close June 2 at 11:59AM CDT
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Low-Altitude Passive Detection System // #A254-027
The goal is to develop a solution that passively detects and identifies sUAS at low altitudes and various velocities to increase the advance warning time of small incoming threats for ground-based units.
Applications Close May 21, 2025
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