DARPA Adaptive Capabilities Office (ACO) & Aerospace Projects Office (APO) Office-Wide Broad Agency Announcement
ID: HR001124S0017Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/40638aef071c40edada2dd8df3de3a96/view
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    Description

    Presolicitation DEPT OF DEFENSE DARPA Adaptive Capabilities Office (ACO) & Aerospace Projects Office (APO) Office-Wide Broad Agency Announcement seeks revolutionary research ideas for topics of interest for the Adaptive Capabilities Office (ACO) and the Aerospace Projects Office (APO). This announcement is for the procurement of national defense R&D services and experimental development for the Department of Defense - Military.

    Point(s) of Contact
    BAA Coordinator
    HR001124S0017@darpa.mil
    Files
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    HR001124S0017_Att_1_Proposer_Checklist.pdf
    The checklist serves as a guide for proposers to develop a complete cost volume, ensuring all required elements are included in their Cost Proposal cover sheet. It covers various cost categories such as direct labor, indirect costs, materials, subcontracts, and travel, and mandates relevant documentation for each. Proposers must also address questions regarding subcontractor proposals, conflicts of interest, and their cost accounting system status.
    HR001124S0017_Att_2_OT_Certifications_Template.docx
    The document outlines certifications and representations required from offerors involved in federal transactions, focusing on compliance with various regulations, such as nondiscrimination, drug-free workplaces, and prohibitions against the use of certain telecommunications equipment. Specific certifications are mandated regarding unpaid tax liabilities, felony convictions, lobbying activities, and confidentiality agreements, with severe penalties for non-compliance. Additionally, it details requirements for identifying team members who are nontraditional defense contractors or small businesses and stipulates the necessity for a cost share in projects involving prototypes.
    HR001124S0017.pdf
    The DARPA Adaptive Capabilities Office (ACO) and Aerospace Projects Office (APO) are soliciting revolutionary research proposals through Broad Agency Announcement HR001124S0017, focusing on innovative technologies for military applications in areas such as adaptive warfighting architectures and reusable hypersonic aircraft. Proposals are expected to address specific technological areas and must include detailed project plans, eligibility criteria for applicants, and evaluation metrics; they can be submitted via the DARPA BAA website until January 31, 2025, with abstract submissions encouraged by November 30, 2024. Funding will be awarded based on proposal quality and relevance to DARPA's mission, with multiple contracts anticipated and various award types possible based on project scope.
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