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Bridging the Gap Between Research & Prototyping
The Strategic & Spectrum Missions Advanced Resilient Trusted Systems (S²MARTS) streamlines the acquisition processes, provides for rapid innovation and prototype development, and allows for providing advanced technologies to the Warfighter.
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S²MARTS has continuously grown year over year, awarding more than 46 projects awarded since its inception.
800+
Members
S²MARTS members provide SOTA innovations and technologies to meet DoD technology challenges.
120
Days to Award
S²MARTS was built so you can rapidly take ideas from concept to prototype to meet warfighter needs.
Microelectronics Commons
A program designed to meet the need for domestic prototyping of critical microelectronics to rapidly accelerate the production and distribution of technology.
Rapid Assured Microelectronics Prototype (RAMP)
An opportunity awarded to facilitate the development of IC hardware for further evaluation and technology enablement of DoD, while simultaneously generating workflow prototypes using commercial best practices for DoD defense industrial base (DIB).
Carbon/Carbon Non-phenolic Resin Manufacturing
An opportunity that comes from the atrophied manufacturing capability of producing high-temperature capable Carbon/Carbon (C/C) composites for thermal protection systems (TPS) and hot structures.
About S²MARTS
The Strategic & Spectrum Missions Advanced Resilient Trusted Systems (S²MARTS), managed by NSTXL, is the premier rapid OT contracting vehicle for the Department of Defense (DoD) in trusted microelectronics, strategic & spectrum mission, and other critical mission areas. The Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC), Crane Division created S²MARTS to grow and engage an elite network of innovators, shorten the path to defense prototype development, and advance national security efforts.
About S²MARTS Research
S²MARTS Research is creating a more connected and streamlined Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) ecosystem, uniquely positioned to better establish the relationship between research and prototyping. Operating under the 10 U.S.C 4021 authority, the S²MARTS Research consortium can carry out research projects that meet the needs and requirements of the government at any stage, allowing for a natural transition from research to prototype development.
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What Does It Cost to Be a Member?
Quality innovation comes from the collaboration of many minds. That’s why we keep our membership costs low, starting at just $250, and provide open access to every OTA in our network. Understand the full cost breakdown for your organization below.
Corporate
| Annual Revenue | Annual Dues |
|---|---|
| < $10M | $250 |
| $10M – $50M | $1,000 |
| $50M – $100M | $5,000 |
| $100M + | $10,000 |
Non-Profit
| Annual Revenue | Annual Dues |
|---|---|
| < $50M | $500 |
| $50M – $100M | $5,000 |
| $100M+ | $10,000 |
| – | – |
Academic & Other
| Types | Annual Dues |
|---|---|
| University | $2,500 |
| Laboratory | $2,500 |
| Incubator | $500 |
| Investor | $2,500 |
*To be eligible for SpEC membership, you will need to provide a DD2345 form during membership registration. Please see additional information on SpEC’s website. Not ready to become a member? Explore open opportunities without a membership commitment by subscribing to NSTXL.
ANNUAL DUES
Members in our Network receive access to support services aimed at maximizing exposure and creating business and collaboration opportunities to market and promote their technologies and capabilities to prospective U.S. Government and private sector buyers.
Corporate
| Annual Revenue | Annual Dues |
|---|---|
| < $10M | $250 |
| $10M – $50M | $1,000 |
| $50M – $100M | $5,000 |
| $100M + | $10,000 |
Non-Profit
| Annual Revenue | Annual Dues |
|---|---|
| < $50M | $500 |
| $50M – $100M | $5,000 |
| $100M+ | $10,000 |
Academic & Other
| Types | Annual Dues |
|---|---|
| University | $2,500 |
| Laboratory | $2,500 |
| Incubator | $500 |
| Investor | $2,500 |
*To be eligible for SpEC membership, you will need to provide a DD2345 form during membership registration. Please see additional information on SpEC’s website.
Your Success Is Our Priority
Our goal at NSTXL is to create an ecosystem of innovators to collaborate and bring next generation technologies to the end-user. We open the door for members who have never worked with the DoD, giving them direct access to opportunities that were previously out of reach. Regardless of where you are in your journey, we have the resources you need to succeed.
