BioFlyte Secures SBIR Phase I Contract with U.S. Air Force for Biothreat Detection

Deal News | Feb 04, 2025 | Anzu Partners LLC

BioFlyte, a chemical and bioaerosol surveillance company part of Anzu Partners LLC's portfolio, has been awarded a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I contract by AFWERX, an innovation program of the U.S. Air Force. The contract will explore the application of BioFlyte's BioTOF z200 technology to enhance chemical and biological threat detection in critical infrastructure, a crucial concern given the evolving threat landscape. This initiative aims to provide early warning detection and confirmatory identification of a wide range of particulate threats, protecting military personnel and infrastructure efficiently. The collaboration between BioFlyte and the Air Force's innovation arms is part of a broader focus by the government to bolster homeland security capabilities. BioFlyte's technology is expected to demonstrate significant potential in safeguarding vital infrastructure from known and emerging threats, showcasing rapid detection capabilities.

Sectors

  • Defense and Security
  • Biotechnology
  • Private Equity

Geography

  • United States – The U.S. Air Force and BioFlyte, a U.S.-based company, are the main entities involved in this contract focused on enhancing American defense infrastructure.

Industry

  • Defense and Security – The article discusses BioFlyte's contract with the U.S. Air Force for technology to protect critical infrastructure, which is a key concern in defense and security.
  • Biotechnology – BioFlyte is involved in developing bioaerosol detection technologies, placing it within the biotechnology sector, particularly in bio-threat surveillance.
  • Private Equity – Anzu Partners LLC is a private equity firm backing BioFlyte, highlighting the involvement of private equity in defense-focused technological innovation.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    BioFlyteTargetCompanyBioFlyte is a chemical and bioaerosol surveillance firm developing advanced threat detection technology.
    Anzu Partners LLCPrivate Equity FirmCompanyA private equity firm supporting BioFlyte's innovation in defense technology.
    AFWERXGovernment Innovation ArmGovernmentAn innovation directorate of the U.S. Air Force, promoting small business collaborations for defense innovation.
    U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL)Government Research EntityGovernmentAFRL is the scientific research center for the U.S. Air Force, collaborating to bring advanced technology in defense sectors.