NATIONAL SECURITY IS
A COMMON PURPOSE
American innovators have a history of creating tech for national security that also changes everyday lives. We’re building on that legacy by making it easier — and faster — for the creators of the next great dual-use solutions to work with the Navy and Marine Corps.
How Do Startups Work With the Navy?
We make it easier for startups, scaleups, and small businesses who have never worked with the Department of the Navy to deliver disruptive technology — all within 2-5 years.
Step 1
Connect with us to explore whether your technology aligns with current Fleet and Force needs or open topics.
Step 2
If your technology is a good fit, we’ll bring you into the product development process with subject matter experts and end users.
Step 3
Working closely with Naval experts, we’ll help you prototype and rigorously test your technology to get it into the field and scaled across the Fleet and Force.
Get Started
If you have technology that can change the world, and the lives of Sailors and Marines, we want to know about it — and help you make it a reality.
Who We Work With
When we talk about nontraditionals, we mean businesses that don't primarily work with the DoD today. That's where innovation happens most. We need these partners to bring commercial tech and solutions from across industries that can be adapted and converted to address Naval problems.
How We Work With Big Companies
While we focus outreach on small businesses and startups, companies of all sizes and maturity levels have solutions that can solve Naval challenges. In fact, large companies are essential when it comes time to quickly scale new tech.
How We Work With Academia
We collaborate extensively with academic and research institutions that have big ideas and want to move fast. These efforts include prototyping, training and networking programs, special events, and more. Working closely with universities or labs allows us to provide opportunities for local innovators and find the next generation of great solutions.
How We Work With Private Capital
There's more opportunity than ever to generate returns for limited partners while investing with national purpose in mind. We create a platform for connection, giving VCs insight into the companies that offer the most promising solutions for the Naval customer and offering startups access to additional capital for scaling their solutions.
Why Work With Us?
Working with NavalX is a foot in the door to an $800 billion industry. And the resources and opportunities that come with it.
CONNECT WITH NAVAL EXPERTS
Located off-base in local communities, Tech Bridges provide easy access to Naval experts familiar with the local startup ecosystem. Our team knows what the Department of the Navy needs, how you can help, and the resources you need to do it.
