Request for Information: CPE CBRND Seeking Miniature Sensing Elements for Chemical and Biological Threat Detection

The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Chemical Biological Center (DEVCOM CBC) is seeking information on miniature sensing elements for chemical and biological threat detection. The ideal solutions should be capable of class-based sensing of chemical and biological threat agents with sufficient specificity to suppress signals from environmental interferants. The technologies must meet requirements such as miniaturized sensing elements, transduction mechanisms, and scalable manufacturing methods. Interested parties are requested to respond with white papers, concept briefs, and technical insights that detail the design feasibility, integration paths, operational readiness, and sustainment strategies for any solutions capable of meeting the above criteria. Some key points to consider include: • Miniaturized sensing elements capable of class-based sensing of chemical and biological threat agents • Transduction mechanisms and integrated components that adhere to constraints on size, complexity, cost, and power budget • Scalable manufacturing methods using Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) techniques • Technical description of proposed approach, summary of relevant experience or past performance, estimated timelines and scalability, identified sustainment considerations, potential cost drivers, and risk factors