Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Order to The Pennsylvania State University

This sole‑source award contracts The Pennsylvania State University to conduct collaborative research and development on two‑dimensional (2‑D) materials for event‑based imaging sensors. The work includes fabrication, characterization, prototype device creation, and optimization for integration with NIWC Pacific’s event‑based dynamic vision sensors aimed at tracking high‑speed targets such as UAVs, with stringent size, weight, and power (SWaP) constraints. The effort is funded by the U.S. Department of the Navy under a Firm‑Fixed‑Price purchase order and follows the FAR Overhaul acquisition reforms. • Research focus: 2‑D material fabrication and device prototyping for ultra‑low‑SWaP event‑based cameras. • Funding mechanism: Sole‑source Firm‑Fixed‑Price (FFP) order to a university research institution. • Key compliance: Uses FAR 13.101(b) authority; vendors must be registered in SAM.