Technical Data Package Modernization for Information Assurance and Secure Data Exchange

During pre-release, until the topic opens on Oct 28, 2026, you may contact the topic author directly with technical questions. After that, questions go through the Topic Q&A on DSIP.

The technology within this topic is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), 22 CFR Parts 120-130, which controls the export and import of defense-related material and services, including export of sensitive technical data, or the Export Administration Regulation (EAR), 15 CFR Parts 730-774, which controls dual use items. Offerors must disclose any proposed use of foreign nationals (FNs), their country(ies) of origin, the type of visa or work permit possessed, and the statement of work (SOW) tasks intended for accomplishment by the FN(s) in accordance with section 3.5 of the Announcement. Offerors are advised foreign nationals proposed to perform on this topic may be restricted due to the technical data under US Export Control Laws. The objective of this Directed to Phase II (D2P2) SBIR effort is to develop an innovative, secure, and scalable solution for modernizing Technical Data Packages (TDPs) associated with complex Air and Space Force platforms. This initiative seeks to address challenges in managing large, diverse datasets by enhancing configuration control, ensuring data integrity, and strengthening Information Assurance (IA) in support of mission-critical operations. Specifically, the focus of this phase is to demonstrate the feasibility of advanced technologies that enable secure data lifecycle management and seamless data exchange within operational environments. Proposed solutions should align with Trusted AI and Autonomy modernization priorities by incorporating robust cybersecurity measures and leveraging cutting-edge advancements in autonomy, data management, and secure manufacturing capabilities. Outcomes of this phase are expected to validate technical concepts and establish a functional prototype that meets the operational imperative of readiness to deploy and fight, contributing to future scalability and transition opportunities in operational use cases.

The full objective, description, Phase I, II and III requirements and evaluation criteria are in the official topic on DSIP.