NEW OPPORTUNITY! Goal: Identify technologies that will minimize maintenance and labor cost by providing a non-destructive method for detecting undercoat corrosion on metal substrates. Requirements: Detect corrosion, deterioration,...
Tech Scouting
Tech Scouting Program
The Tech Scout Program is an agile initiative crafted to pinpoint and assess state-of-the-art technologies, products, and services. Utilizing our expansive nationwide network, our goal is to procure solutions tailored to specific requirements, thereby ensuring that our DoD partners remain ahead of the curve in technological progress.
Tech scouting refers to the systematic process of identifying, evaluating, and acquiring or integrating external technologies, innovations, or solutions that can enhance or complement existing products, services, or processes. It involves actively monitoring the technological landscape, analyzing trends, and identifying potential opportunities for collaboration, investment.
“The Tech Scout project I ran with 401 Tech Bridge yielded incredibly positive results. We were able to identify and evaluate a range of emerging companies that had the potential to revolutionize our industry. The insights and recommendations from this project not only provided me with a strategic edge but also allowed us to make informed decisions about partnerships and investments.”
Actively Scouting For
Robotic Blasting & Painting
NEW OPPORTUNITY! Goal: Identify an autonomous/robotic system capable of abrasive blasting, painting, and inspection of confined spaces. Requirements: Capable of work at height within a confined space Efficiently removing surface coatings, painting,...
Technician Remote Assist
NEW OPPORTUNITY! Goal: Identify technologies that provide remote assistance to technicians and emergency workers, in an effort to reduce cost and schedule delays. Connect mechanics with other personnel, supervisors, zone managers, engineers etc....
Piezoelectric Materials
401 Tech Bridge has a tech scouting opportunity available for Piezoelectric Materials with specific criteria and requirements. The evaluation of technical quality and tasking is listed. Please reach out to Linda Larsen llarsen@401techbridge.org if...
Sonar Systems
401 Tech Bridge has a tech scouting opportunity available for Sonar Systems with specific criteria and requirements. The evaluation of technical quality and tasking is listed. Please reach out to Linda Larsen llarsen@401techbridge.org if you have...
High Dexterity Prehensor
401 Tech Bridge is conducting a Tech Scouting for technologies that may be used to develop a prehensor, or gripper, that provides an operator the ability to handle fragile objects in the deep ocean from the safety of a submersible. Please...
Unmanned Undersea Vehicle (UUV)
401 Tech Bridge is conducting a Tech Scouting effort to procure (3) Unmanned Undersea Vehicle (UVV) to be used for in-water testing, experimentation, and sensor system testing to address Navy technical challenges related to perimeter...
Fatigue Testing for Elastomers
401 Tech Bridge is conducting a Tech Scouting effort to identify vendors that have the expertise and technology to conduct fatigue testing for elastomeric samples under variable temperature and hydration conditions. Please reach out to Linda...
Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV)
401 Tech Bridge is conducting a Tech Scouting effort to identify vendors to supply Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) to be used for in-water testing, experimentation and tactical waterside perimeter training exercises to support perimeter...
Micro Unmanned Undersea Vehicle (UUV)
401 Tech Bridge is conducting a Tech Scouting effort to procure (3) Micro UUVs to be used for gathering environmental measurements in the ocean for test and evaluation. Please reach out to 401 Tech Bridge at info@401techbridge.org if...
Remotely Operated Vehicle (23-003)
401 Tech Bridge is conducting a Tech Scouting effort to identify vendors to supply Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) and supporting materials to conduct evaluations and experiments of a technology solution for Navy ship maintenance. Please...
Passive Acoustic Recorder
401 Tech Bridge is conducting a Tech Scouting effort to procure self-contained passive acoustic recording units for test and evaluation. Please reach out to 401 Tech Bridge at info@401techbridge.org if you have any questions. Evaluation...
Acoustic Release Bottom Unit
401 Tech Bridge is conducting a Tech Scouting effort to procure Acoustic Release Bottom Units for test and evaluation. Please reach out to 401 Tech Bridge at info@401techbridge.org if you have any questions. Evaluation of Technical Quality The...
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![Capt. Michael R. Coughlin, past Commanding Officer, Naval Undersea Warfare Center and Christian Cowan, Executive Director at 401 Tech Bridge, complete the ceremonial signing of the Partnership Intermediary Agreement at Innovate Newport. [DAVE HANSEN PHOTO]](https://401techbridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/collaboration-image.png "collaboration image")