RFI: Flexible and Malleable Battery Test and Evaluation Support
ID: DARPA-SN-25-64Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECTS AGENCY (DARPA)DEF ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECTS AGCYARLINGTON, VA, 222032114, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE - MILITARY; APPLIED RESEARCH (AC12)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a6a0dba30ed74455b3e31c645b17f745/view
Timeline
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    Posted Mar 24, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Mar 24, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 21, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking information on independent verification and validation (IV&V) capabilities for testing and evaluation of flexible and malleable batteries. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather insights from stakeholders in industry, academia, and government labs regarding the unique challenges posed by these advanced battery systems, particularly in relation to mechanical testing and battery discharge monitoring. The information collected will inform future DARPA solicitations on related topics, with responses due by April 21, 2025. Interested parties can reach out to the MTO BAA Coordinator at DARPA-SN-25-64@darpa.mil for further details.

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MTO BAA Coordinator
DARPA-SN-25-64@darpa.mil
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DARPA-SN-25-64.pdf
Mar 24, 2025, 3:05 PM UTC
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has issued a Special Notice (DARPA-SN-25-64) to gather information on testing and evaluation capabilities for flexible and malleable batteries. Aimed at stakeholders from industry, academia, and government labs, this Request for Information (RFI) seeks insights into the independent verification and validation (IV&V) infrastructures and methodologies for these advanced battery systems, addressing the unique challenges these technologies present compared to traditional rigid designs. Key areas of interest include understanding mechanical-electrochemical interactions and the appropriate metrology for material characterization. Respondents are invited to detail existing testing facilities, methodologies, team expertise, and any additional capabilities related to battery technology. The information collected will inform future DARPA solicitations on this topic. The deadline for response submissions is April 21, 2025, and it should be noted that this RFI is for information gathering only and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or funding. DARPAConnect resources are available for potential respondents to facilitate effective collaboration with the agency.
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