Geoeconomic Modeling for National Security
ID: DARPA-SN-24-104Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECTS AGENCY (DARPA)DEF ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECTS AGCYARLINGTON, VA, 222032114, USA

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

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NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE - MILITARY; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AC13)

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https://sam.gov/opp/5631300c2e3145a190b8d7a38e3423aa/view
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    The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking insights through a Request for Information (RFI) titled "Geoeconomic Modeling for National Security." The RFI aims to gather information on the current state of geoeconomic modeling, focusing on the capabilities and limitations of existing models, the availability and quality of data used for calibration, and best practices for user interaction with these models to enhance decision-making in national security contexts. Accurate geoeconomic models are crucial for understanding the impacts of economic policies and technology on global dynamics, including predicting the effects of economic sanctions and identifying potential conflict triggers. Responses to the RFI are due by October 15, 2024, and interested parties can contact the RFI Coordinator at DARPA via email at DARPA-SN-24-104@darpa.mil for further information.

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    The DARPA Request for Information (RFI) DARPA-SN-24-104 seeks insights into geoeconomic modeling technologies to enhance national security decision-making. Recognizing the influence of economic factors on global actions, the RFI emphasizes the significance of accurate models to understand and predict the impacts of policies and technology on economic conditions. The document outlines three key aspects: the types of geoeconomic models currently in use, the challenges of accessing reliable and timely data, and the necessary interaction with data analysts for effective modeling. Respondents are requested to provide detailed information on model types, their scalability and fidelity, data sources and accuracy, and user interaction best practices. Applications of interest include the prediction of economic sanctions effects, identifying tipping points that may lead to conflict, and tracking changes in the global financial system. Responses are due by October 15, 2024, and must meet submission guidelines. The purpose of this RFI is informational, not a formal solicitation; DARPA will use the responses to consider future developments in geoeconomic modeling. The document underscores DARPA's goal of fostering a coordinated modeling framework to improve insights into economic dynamics impacting national security.
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