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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking innovative proposals for new synthesis techniques in polymeric and nonlinear optical materials. Proposals should focus on revolutionary advances in material synthesis, leading to a prototype demonstration integrated into a government-provided electro-opti…

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The Department of War is soliciting proposals for its FY2027 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs. These programs aim to enhance technological innovation and support small businesses in defense research and development. Proposers should review the full solicit…

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The Department of the Air Force is seeking proposals for a Broad Agency Announcement focused on advancing artificial intelligence and distributed command and control capabilities. This initiative aims to enhance decision-making processes across various operational levels, with a total funding of approximately $99 milli…

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The Air Force Research Laboratory is seeking proposals for research in space and environmental impacts technologies, specifically addressing solar, solar wind, and ionospheric effects. This opportunity is part of the Space Environment Technologies and Science Broad Agency Announcement. Interested parties should refer t…

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The Department of Defense is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) regarding next generation hypersonic cruise missiles. This RFI aims to refine technical requirements and inform acquisition strategies for a potential DARPA program, encouraging innovative partnerships among defense contractors and technology develope…

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This Sources Sought notice seeks partners for cooperative research and development in hypersonic infrared target sensing technologies. The goal is to transition innovations from DoD laboratories to industry and research centers. Respondents can submit multiple proposals addressing specific objectives, with a submission…

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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking innovative research concepts in targeted neuroplasticity through a Disruption Opportunity. Awards will be made under the Program Announcement for Disruptioneering, with a maximum value of $2,000,000 per award. This opportunity is focused on basic or appli…

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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking innovative research proposals for accelerated materials testing and prediction for concrete. This opportunity is part of the Disruptioneering program, with a total award value of up to $2,000,000 for Phase 1 and Phase 2 combined. Interested parties should…

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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is hosting a Proposers Day to inform potential proposers about the TTO Office-Wide Solicitation. This event aims to accelerate the development of innovative platforms and weapons to enhance U.S. warfare capabilities. Interested parties should refer to the solicitati…

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The DARPA DSO is seeking proposals for high-risk, high-payoff research initiatives aimed at national security applications. This solicitation allows for rapid investigation of new concepts through Disruption Opportunities, targeting specific technical domains for innovative research leading to prototype demonstrations.…

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The Naval Research Laboratory seeks proposals for a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract focused on optoelectronics, power electronics, and radiation effects research. The contract includes a base period of 12 months with four optional extensions, totaling five years. This RFP is a follow-on requirement and is subject to fundi…

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DARPA is hosting an Industry Day for the BEAMERS program on September 30, 2026, in Arlington, VA. This event aims to provide information on the program and facilitate discussions on capabilities and teaming opportunities. Advanced registration is required for participation.

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DARPA is seeking qualified investors for the 'Venture Horizons' initiative through this Request for Information. The goal is to identify talent for continued investment in DARPA technologies. Interested parties should refer to the attached presentation for further details.

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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) will host an Industry Day for the DARPA Surgical Competition on September 22, 2026. This event is aimed at potential competitors and will include both in-person and virtual attendance options. Advance registration is required for participation.

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The Biological Technologies Office of DARPA is hosting an Industry Day for the Documentation and Decision Support Sprint. This event is aimed at potential competitors and requires advance registration. All times are in Eastern Standard Time.

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The Department of the Air Force is seeking innovative research proposals for automated processes in knowledge discovery and information retrieval. This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) is open until September 2029, with a total funding of approximately $99 million. Interested parties should submit white papers to the sp…

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The Department of Defense is seeking industry feedback through an RFI for the System Delta 84 Medium Earth Orbit Missile Warning and Tracking capabilities. This effort focuses on production feasibility for Epochs 3 and 4, encouraging responses on various system architecture elements. Interested parties should submit th…

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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking information on compact, rugged millijoule class ultra-short pulsed lasers through this Request for Information (RFI). The focus is on identifying approaches to develop fieldable lasers and maintain mode-locking under environmental challenges. Responses wi…

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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) will host a hybrid Proposers Day on September 30, 2026, to introduce the APM program and facilitate interaction among researchers. The event aims to promote collaboration and will include presentations and team-building opportunities. Interested parties should check…

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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is issuing a Special Notice regarding the forthcoming Firefox program, focusing on additional research areas of interest within the Biological Technologies Office. Interested parties should monitor https://sam.gov/ for the solicitation release.