BotFactory Secures $1.25 Million SBIR Phase II Contract

Collaboration to Focus on Innovative Solutions for the Department of the Air Force, Strengthening National Defense and Accelerating Technology Transition

BotFactory Inc., Afnan Islam

(New York, NY) – BotFactory announces it has been selected by AFWERX for a SBIR Phase II in the amount of 1.25 million USD focused on Ultra-Fast Additive Manufacturing of Electronics with Correction and Validation to address the most pressing challenges in the Department of the Air Force (DAF). The Air Force Research Laboratory and AFWERX have partnered to streamline the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) process by accelerating the small business experience through faster proposal to award timelines, changing the pool of potential applicants by expanding opportunities to small business and eliminating bureaucratic overhead by continually implementing process improvement changes in contract execution. The DAF began offering the Open Topic SBIR/STTR program in 2018 which expanded the range of innovations the DAF funded and now on July 25th, 2023, BotFactory will start its journey to create and provide innovative capabilities that will strengthen the national defense of the United States of America.

This SBIR Phase II award from AFWERX represents a significant milestone for BotFactory Inc. It not only validates our leadership in Additive manufacturing of Electronics but also entrusts us with a vital role in enhancing the technological capabilities of the Department of the Air Force. We are committed to delivering innovative solutions that will strengthen the national defense infrastructure and look forward to a successful collaboration. - Carlos Ospina, CEO, BotFactory Inc.

(Mandatory disclaimer) “The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Department of the Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. government.”

About BotFactory Inc.
BotFactory Inc., based in Long Island City, NY, is a leading provider of the SV2 PCBA printer, focusing on innovative solutions in the field of Printed Circuit Boards and electronics manufacturing. With a commitment to quality and technological advancement, BotFactory serves a diverse range of industries and continues to push the boundaries of additive manufacturing of electronics. For more information, visit https://BotFactory.co/ or contact contact@BotFactory.co

About Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL)

Sole organization leading the planning and execution of U.S. Air Force & U.S. Space Force science & technology programs. Orchestrates a world-wide government, industry & academia coalition in the discovery, development & delivery of a wide range of revolutionary technology.  Provides leading-edge warfighting capabilities keeping air, space and cyberspace forces the world's best. Employs 10,800 military, civilian and contractor personnel at 17 research sites executing an annual $4B budget. For more information, visit: www.afresearchlab.com

About AFWERX

The innovation arm of the DAF and a directorate within AFRL. Brings cutting-edge American ingenuity from small businesses and start-ups to address the most pressing challenges of the DAF. Employs approximately 215 military, civilian and contractor personnel at five hubs and sites executing an annual $1.4B budget. Since 2019, has executed 4,671 contracts worth more than $2B to strengthen the U.S. defense industrial base and drive faster technology transition to operational capability. For more information, visit: www.afwerx.com.  

Company Press Contact:

Afnan Islam

VP of Business Development

afnan.islam@BotFactory.co