The DARPA-PA-26-03 Program Announcement, Attachment A, outlines the mandatory abstract template for solicitations, emphasizing a 5-page limit for proposed approach, technology challenges, and technical ability sections. Proposers are encouraged to submit abstracts before full proposals; DARPA will provide feedback within 14 calendar days, though a favorable response doesn't guarantee award negotiation. Abstracts must be submitted by the due date listed in the Overview Information via the Broad Agency Announcement Tool (BAAT). The template also includes an Abstract Cover Sheet requiring details such as the proposer organization, technical and administrative points of contact, estimated total cost and performance period, and declarations regarding human subjects and animal use research. The document details the content for each section, including a summary of the technical approach, identification of challenges and risks, demonstration of team competence, and a high-level estimated budget and price. An optional bibliography of no more than two pages is also permitted.

This document outlines a template for a proposal summary slide, likely for a government Request for Proposals (RFP) such as DARPA-PA-26-03 Crystal Palace. It details the essential components required for a concise overview of a technical proposal. Key elements include the full proposal title, organization and technical point of contact names, a graphic, a description of the need/problem, the project goal, the technical approach and capabilities, and the innovations beyond the current state of the art. The document emphasizes that this information is competition-sensitive and requires authorization for distribution.

This document outlines the mandatory template and instructions for submitting proposals to DARPA-PA-26-03 Crystal Palace, a federal government RFP. Proposals must include specific attachments and an oral presentation, all submitted in English and formatted according to strict guidelines. The written technical and management volumes are limited to 15 pages, excluding the cover sheet, table of contents, and certain optional sections like resumes and bibliographies. Oral presentations, conducted virtually, are capped at 10 slides and 10 minutes, followed by a 50-minute Q&A session. Content for both written and oral submissions must be concise, descriptive, and provide quantitative analysis, focusing on project goals, technical approach, commercialization, security, and management plans. Proposers must also disclose any organizational conflicts of interest and intellectual property considerations. Submissions are due by the date and time specified in the Overview Information section.

Attachment D: DARPA-PA-26-03 Volume 2 outlines the pricing proposal instructions and template for the Crystal Palace program, specifically for Other Transaction (OT) requests. Proposers must use this form and Attachment E: DARPA Price Summary Spreadsheet to detail costs for the entire program (base + options). The document mandates specific formatting, English language use, and submission in PDF or Microsoft Word for the Price Volume, with editable spreadsheet files provided separately. The pricing must be traceable between prime proposers, sub-awardees, and the Task Description Document (TDD), ensuring consistent task structures. Key cost categories to be detailed include direct labor, materials, characterization costs, equipment, travel, other direct costs, resource sharing, and consultant/subawardee costs. An optional Value Assessment section allows proposers to quantify the benefits of their solution or using an OT agreement. The document also includes a cover sheet for organizational and contact information, total proposed costs, and relevant identification codes.

The DARPA-PA-25-01 Price Summary Spreadsheet, Version 2 (06/21/2022), is a template for proposers to detail costs for Phase 1 and Phase 2 of a project. It requires a breakdown of proposed hours, rates, and amounts for direct labor, subcontractors, consultants, materials, characterization costs, equipment, and travel across 18 months for each phase. The spreadsheet emphasizes the automatic calculation of milestone amounts based on cumulative monthly totals. Proposers must submit separate spreadsheets for prime contractors and each subcontractor. The document also includes sections for total proposed hours and amounts, other direct costs, recipient share (if applicable), total project cost, and government share, all marked as competition-sensitive information.

The DARPA-PA-26-03 Other Transaction Certifications document outlines critical compliance requirements for offerors in federal contracting. It mandates certifications regarding debarment status, drug-free workplaces, and non-discrimination in federally assisted programs. For actions exceeding $100,000, it includes strict regulations on lobbying, prohibiting the use of federal funds to influence federal transactions and requiring disclosure of non-federal funds used for such purposes. Furthermore, the document addresses representations by corporations concerning unpaid delinquent federal tax liabilities and felony convictions within the preceding 24 months, ensuring that government funds are not awarded to non-compliant entities unless specific agency determinations are made. These certifications are prerequisites for engaging in transactions and carry penalties for non-compliance, safeguarding government interests and promoting ethical conduct.

The DARPA-PA-26-03 Attachment G, "CRYSTAL PALACE" Task Description Document, outlines requirements for proposals focused on advanced inorganic materials for microsystem devices. The program aims to bridge the gap between AI-driven material design and the scalable growth of complex inorganic materials. Key sections include a project overview detailing goals and metrics, technical tasks with specific deliverables and timelines, and program management requirements. The document emphasizes accelerating microsystem innovation and developing new techniques for rapid material development to meet future Department of Defense system demands. It also covers meeting and travel requirements, and assumptions regarding Government Furnished Information/Property.

DARPA-PA-26-03 Attachment H outlines a comprehensive two-phase milestone and payment schedule for a government agreement. Phase 1 spans 18 months and includes seven milestones, starting with a kickoff meeting and program execution plan, followed by novel tool/technique demonstration, production of complex materials (CM) at sample and 2-inch scales, an initial commercialization plan, a materials fair, and a final technical report. Phase 2 (Option 1) extends for another 18 months, encompassing five milestones focused on producing CMs at a 2-inch scale, a "Transition Tank" event, an updated commercialization plan, and an end-of-program final technical report. Each milestone details specific tasks, due dates, exit criteria, and deliverables, with payments reflecting the comprehensive costs to achieve completion. The document emphasizes measurable events and the government's role in funding obligations.

This government file outlines an "Other Transaction for Research" agreement between DARPA and a performer company, focusing on a coordinated research and development program. The agreement, identified by HR0011-XX-3-XXXX, is governed by 10 U.S.C. § 4021 and details the scope, term, management, and administration of the project. Key aspects include fixed payments for milestone completion, intellectual property rights (patents and data), and restrictions on foreign access to technology. The document also addresses safeguarding covered defense information (CDI) and cyber incident reporting, requiring compliance with NIST SP 800-171 and rapid reporting of any compromises. Property acquisition and disposition, civil rights compliance, and a prohibition on certain telecommunications and video surveillance equipment are also stipulated. The agreement emphasizes a collaborative effort to advance research and technology goals, with detailed reporting requirements and a dispute resolution process.

The “Crystal Palace” program's Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Guide, issued by DARPA, ensures the protection of sensitive, unclassified information related to the program's rapid development of complex inorganic materials. This guide applies to all personnel and partners supporting Crystal Palace and is based on DoDI 5200.48 and NIST guidelines. It specifically addresses information not classified for national security but requiring protection under legislation like the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), patent laws, and export control regulations (ITAR/EAR). Key CUI categories include Defense (Controlled Technical Information), Export Controlled, and Proprietary Business Information. The program involves additive manufacturing, identified as “dual-use” technology, necessitating export licenses for foreign nationals. The guide outlines procedures for CUI disclosure, protection requirements, and reporting unauthorized disclosures, emphasizing safeguarding information from public release and specific FOIA exemptions.

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) has issued Program Announcement DARPA-PA-26-03, "Crystal Palace," soliciting innovative proposals to revolutionize single crystal inorganic material growth for microsystems. The program aims to develop new tools and techniques for local and generalizable control over material growth, enabling the rapid development of complex inorganic materials with breakthrough properties for the Department of War (DoW). The 36-month program, structured in two 18-month phases, focuses on creating high-quality, single-crystal complex materials at a relevant scale. Deliverables include new complex materials fabricated at a minimum 2-inch scale, detailed reports on tools and methodologies, and commercialization plans. Proposals will be evaluated based on scientific/technical merit, relevance to DARPA's mission, and budget. This announcement will lead to Other Transaction for Research agreements, encouraging resource sharing and offering potential follow-on opportunities under 10 U.S.C. § 4023.