StartupDefense Tech & Dual-Use+ Hardware & ManufacturingPitch CompetitionGrantNon-dilutive
Army xTech
U.S. Army
BLUF — Bottom Line Up Front
·Five-second scanTotal time commitment
30-80 hours
Admittance criteria
Application + Committee Selection
Funding type
Non-Dilutive Grant, Prize MoneyNon-dilutive
Delivery mode
Hybrid
Academic backing
Light
Best for
Startup
Eligibility
Small businesses solving Army challenges; non-traditional defense contractors encouraged.
Award
Cash prizes ($10k-$250k) + access to follow-on SBIR funding
Deadlines
Multiple cycles · Multiple challenges per year
Notes
Challenge-based; topics rotate.
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