Discovering Innovative Solutions for Homeland Security Challenges.
HSWERX, a DEFENSEWERX Hub, is a non-profit organization, in partnership with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), which enables the rapid discovery, engagement, and acceleration of innovative solutions to secure the homeland.
Scaling Innovation Across DHS
- $11M
- Negotiated project savings through the Business to Business (B2B) methodology.
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- Completed non-FAR based events and projects.
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- DHS components and offices supported.
- 120,000+
- Innovators engaged across the DEFENSEWERX ecosystem.
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- HSWERX is one of ten DEFENSEWERX hubs, connecting DHS to a national innovation network.
In a rapidly evolving world, the threats and challenges to homeland security grow more complex by the day. Traditional avenues of seeking solutions struggle to keep pace with the demands of a new age. The need for a dynamic, agile, and innovative platform has become evident.
A gap that traditional pathways could not close
Determined to bridge this gap, HSWERX was formed as a non-profit 501c3 entity. Our purpose was clear, to be the catalyst that accelerates innovative solutions' discovery, engagement, and implementation.
We bridge the divide between bright minds and government needs
At HSWERX, we aim to foster innovation and promote clear solutions for a robust and secure homeland. Our dedication extends beyond immediate concerns, ensuring a proactive approach to address evolving security challenges.
Where challenges meet solutions
Envisioning a future where innovation and homeland security merge seamlessly, HSWERX serves as a guide to swift and impactful solutions. We aspire to be the epicenter where challenges meet solutions.
“We're not just another organization. We're a movement dedicated to revolutionizing homeland security through rapid innovation and collaboration.”
Which describes you?
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Are you looking for innovative solutions?
If you work within DHS and are seeking to enhance your operational capabilities, HSWERX is your ally. Join us to discover tailored solutions meeting the unique needs of national security professionals.
- Refine and inform requirements
- Fail fast / cost and risk avoidance
- Flexibility through additional contracting mechanisms
- Lowers the barrier of entry for DHS
Do you have an innovative solution?
Collaborate with HSWERX to apply your innovative technology in addressing homeland security challenges. Start by participating in one of our events, and if your solution aligns well, the journey from submission to prototype is seamless and quick.
- Submit to current opportunities across cyberspace, air, land, and sea
- Submit a solution even when it does not match an open opportunity
- Join an ecosystem built around rapid innovation
- License a DHS technology
Pioneering Security Solutions
Events & Collaboration
Harness the power of collective intelligence. Our collaboration events serve as a platform for industry experts, government officials, and academic leaders to share knowledge, brainstorm, and formulate solutions.
Assessment Events
Real solutions require accurate evaluations. HSWERX's assessment events provide a crucial setting for vetting and analyzing innovative solutions, ensuring they align with operational needs and standards.
Education for Government
HSWERX is committed to providing government personnel with the latest information and training on emerging technologies, innovation practices, and industry trends.
B2B Agreements
HSWERX facilitates direct business-to-business agreements, seamlessly transitioning innovative solutions from the private sector to government agencies.
From operational challenge to fielded solution.
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Submit a Challenge
Do you have a problem you're trying to solve? Submit your challenge to HSWERX.
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Discover
We discover innovative, non-traditional solutions through our accessible and productive platform.
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Collaboration Event
Identify needs and define requirements alongside DHS end users and innovators.
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Assessment Event
Vetting and analyzing innovative solutions against operational needs and standards.
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Accelerate
HSWERX de-risks FAR-based activities and focuses on delivering timely solutions to DHS end users.
Upcoming Opportunities with HSWERX
Energy Efficient Propulsion Systems Collaboration Event
Join us as we identify needs and define requirements for an alternative energy source for maritime vessels for DHS mariners and customers.
Digital Identity Testbeds Collaboration Event
Join us as we identify needs and define requirements for a testbed to evaluate capabilities that detect, deter, and mitigate digital attacks on remote identity proofing.
Beyond Visual Line of Sight Collaboration Event
Join us as we identify needs and define requirements for Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) technologies and standards.
Trusted by government, open to everyone else.
From fortifying the Coast Guard's maritime endeavors, amplifying cybersecurity resilience through CISA, bolstering border patrol operations, to synergizing with FEMA during critical incidents, and advancing technological frontiers with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, our impact is both broad and profound.
- 501(c)(3) non-profit, neutral facilitator
- Partnership Intermediary Agreement (PIA) with DHS S&T
- Non-FAR based events and projects
- We believe in enabling the BEST solution, not just the KNOWN solution
- Open collaboration and knowledge sharing
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Shape the Future of Homeland Security
Tell us how you can support DHS end users in cyberspace, in the air, on land, and at sea.
Are you looking for innovative solutions?
Submit your challenge to HSWERX and let's talk about how we can support your needs.
Do you have an innovative solution?
Submit your solution today and join the HSWERX ecosystem.