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    The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking input on advancing autonomous science in biological applications. This RFI invites the scientific community to provide insights on current capabilities and investment opportunities that can enhance national security and public benefit.

    VA

    Posted Jun 23, 2026Due Jul 22, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541714Sol: DARPA-SN-26-96
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    The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking information on low resource computing paradigms applicable to microsystems. This RFI aims to identify innovative concepts that enhance operational capabilities in environments with limited resources, focusing on advancements in materials, components, and …

    VA

    Posted Jun 18, 2026Due Jul 17, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541715Sol: DARPA-SN-26-97
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    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is hosting a virtual Industry Day for the HITS-UIII procurement, focusing on high-performance computing services. This event aims to inform industry partners about the Government's objectives and promote competition. Registration is mandatory, and inquiries must be submitted via ProjNet…

    MS

    Posted Jun 18, 2026Due Jun 10, 2026PresolicitationNAICS 541512No Set aside usedSol: PANERD25P0000_001596
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    The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) will host a Proposers Day on June 16, 2026, for the RF Architectures Applying Photonic Timing and Routing (RAAPTR) program. Participants must register by June 8, 2026. The program solicitation will be released after the event and will be available on the SAM website…

    VA

    Posted Jun 15, 2026Due Jun 8, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541715Sol: DARPA-SN-26-87
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    The Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC) is seeking innovative commercial technologies to enhance ground vehicle systems capabilities. This opportunity may lead to FAR contracts or non-FAR agreements aimed at supporting Army modernization priorities. Proposals will be evaluated through a competitive process, with award…

    MI

    Posted Jun 12, 2026Special NoticeSol: W912CH-24-S-0002
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    The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking support for the commercialization of technologies developed under the RAPIID program. This special notice aims to inform the community about commercialization goals and initiate dialogue regarding program needs, with a timetable for full proposal submissi…

    VA

    Posted Jun 11, 2026Due Jun 29, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541714Sol: DARPA-SN-26-91
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    The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking innovative research proposals to advance foundational mathematics and systems theory for autonomous agents. Proposals should focus on revolutionary advances in science and technology, excluding incremental improvements. This opportunity is classified unde…

    VA

    Posted Jun 11, 2026Due Jun 18, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: DARPA-PA-26-05
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Navy, is soliciting proposals for enabling technologies related to hypersonic boost-glide vehicles. This opportunity is part of a special programs announcement by the Office of Naval Research, with a submission deadline of September 30, 2026. Interested parties should prepare…

    VA

    Posted Jun 11, 2026Due Sep 30, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715No Set aside usedSol: N0001426SBC05
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    The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) will host an invitation-only Pitch Day on November 2, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois. Interested proposers must submit abstracts for evaluation in July/August 2026, with selected candidates invited to present their proposals at the event.

    VA

    Posted Jun 10, 2026Due Jun 25, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541715Sol: DARPA-SN-26-74
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    The Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization is seeking industry feedback through a Request for Information (RFI) regarding a potential new requirement for the Defense Research and Engineering Network. Responses are requested by June 25, 2026, focusing on procurement models and innovative solutions.

    IL

    Posted Jun 10, 2026Due Jun 25, 2026Special NoticeSol: 822674255
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    The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking information on best practices for distributed general-purpose radio frequency (RF) signal processing. This RFI aims to gather insights to enhance performance and interoperability of RF systems while reducing costs and development time for tactical platfor…

    VA

    Posted Jun 10, 2026Due Jul 10, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541715Sol: DARPA-SN-26-90
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    The DICE program by the Department of Defense aims to develop decentralized coordination and local inference control algorithms for AI agents. This initiative focuses on creating scalable and resilient systems capable of executing long-term missions in contested environments while ensuring human oversight. The program …

    VA

    Posted Jun 10, 2026Due Aug 25, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: HR001126S0010
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    The Information Innovation Office (I2O) has announced a temporary pause on submissions for its Office-Wide Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) effective June 9, 2026. This pause is to accommodate internal changes and will last approximately two weeks. Proposers with prior encouragement from the Government may still submit …

    VA

    Posted Jun 9, 2026Due Nov 30, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: HR001126S0001
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    The Department of Defense's DARPA has suspended the Bordeaux Program Solicitation effective June 5, 2026. All prospective proposers must cease proposal preparation until further notice. Submissions received prior to this amendment will not be reviewed unless the solicitation is unsuspended. An amendment or a new solici…

    VA

    Posted Jun 5, 2026Due Jul 31, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: DARPA-PS-26-20
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    The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking innovative proposals for the DISCORD program, which focuses on developing AI-driven tactical options through advanced modeling and simulation techniques. This 24-month program aims to enhance strategic flexibility for commanders by leveraging real-time da…

    VA

    Posted Jun 5, 2026Due Jul 9, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: DARPA-PS-26-27
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    The Department of the Air Force is soliciting proposals for the Quantum Information Sciences Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) FA8750-23-S-7001. This opportunity invites research and development proposals in quantum information sciences, with amendments providing updates on proposal requirements and evaluation criteria. …

    NY

    Posted Jun 4, 2026PresolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: FA875023S7001
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    The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) will host the Multi X Office (MXO) Spark Tank event from November 2-4, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois. This event is designed for prospective proposers and future collaborators, featuring presentations and opportunities for one-on-one engagement with MXO leadership. Adv…

    VA

    Posted Jun 3, 2026Due Oct 18, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541715Sol: DARPA-SN-26-73
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    The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is hosting a Proposers Day webcast on June 23, 2026, to discuss the Multi Modal Materials Analysis (MMoMA) program. This event aims to inform potential proposers about the objectives of an anticipated Broad Agency Announcement (BAA). Registration is required to part…

    VA

    Posted Jun 2, 2026Due Jun 9, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541715Sol: DARPA-SN-26-85
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    AI Summary

    The DARPA Research Solutions Opening invites academic researchers to address complex technical challenges in defense. This solicitation aims to foster collaboration and fund innovative research ideas from accredited U.S. colleges and universities. It is limited to Intergovernmental Personnel Act candidates, emphasizing…

    VA

    Posted Jun 2, 2026Due Jun 1, 2027SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: DARPA-PA-26-08
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    The AI Forge Program is seeking to identify U.S. universities' capabilities in artificial intelligence research. This RFI aims to gather information on research areas that address critical AI challenges for national security, focusing on high-impact, university-led initiatives.

    VA

    Posted Jun 1, 2026Due Jun 22, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541715Sol: DARPA-SN-26-80
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