The Defense to Response Technology Program is intended to identify Department of Defense (DoD) developed technologies that have achieved a Technology Readiness level 6 or 7 and transition these technologies to enhance public safety and homeland security. Twelve finalists will be selected to attend the Defense to Response Technology Showcase, September 18-20, 2017 in College Station, Texas. During this Showcase companies will tour some of the most realistic training facilities, meet first responders and present to a panel of responders, business leaders, and investors. Three companies will be selected to receive up to $110,000 of services from TEEX Product Development Center (PDC). Selected companies will work with TEEX PDC over 9 months and will receive:
·Market validation and competitive insight for responder adoption
·Business mentors and guidance to structure a business plan for technology
·Responder mentors and guidance to integrate the technology with the responder industry
·Testing protocols, execution and validation with a TEEX TESTED® report
·Strategic manufacturing plan
·Marketing mix and strategy development
·Cost proposal and use of funds
·Access to investors
To apply click here.
For more information visit www.teexpdc.com or www.facebook.com/teexpdc.