Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) Office-wide Dept Of Defense
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), through its Microsystems Technology Office (MTO), has issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) seeking revolutionary research ideas in the realm of microsystems technology. The focus is on developing cutting-edge solutions that advance DARPA's mission and address national security challenges.
This BAA aims to procure high-risk, high-reward technologies in three key areas:
Scientific Disruption: Exploring next-generation transistor technology, including photonic, quantum, and bio/organic circuits, and advancing photonic interconnects, quantum computing, and biomolecular computing.
Microsystems Manufacturing Ecosystem: Developing sustainable and efficient fabrication methods for advanced microsystems, with an emphasis on additive manufacturing, predictive process control, and material reuse.
Dual Use by Design: Strengthening the partnership between the DoD and commercial enterprises to ensure the rapid deployment of military microsystem technologies with commercial applicability.
DARPA seeks unique and innovative approaches that are not currently being explored in its ongoing programs or other published solicitations. The agency encourages proposals for a range of topics within these thrust areas, including fault-tolerant quantum computing, biochemical processors, and data-starved fabrication processes.
The agency plans to award multiple contracts, grants, or cooperative agreements for research and development. The BAA offers an accelerated contract award option for proposals with a cost limit of $2 million, ensuring a swift award within 30 days of selection. This option streamlines the process for procuring cost-reimbursement contracts and encourages applicants to opt for this efficient path.
Proposers should submit abstracts of no more than 6 pages by March 9, 2025, which will undergo an initial review for uniqueness and potential impact. Full proposals are due by May 9, 2025, and should include a technical and management volume as well as a cost volume, following the specified templates and guidelines.
The technical proposal should highlight the technical approach, SOW, schedules, and milestones, while the cost proposal must provide a comprehensive breakdown of expenses across various categories. Organizations seeking the accelerated award option should agree to the stipulated terms, including data rights assertions and fee limitations, and submit a completed DARPA cost proposal spreadsheet.
Proposals will be evaluated based on their scientific and technical merit, potential contribution to DARPA's mission, and cost realism. Besides the accelerated option, DARPA also emphasizes the protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in its solicitations and expects proposers to adhere to the specified handling and marking instructions.
Interested organizations should contact Dr. Whitney Mason at HR001124S0028@darpa.mil for clarification or further information. The BAA encourages applicants to submit innovative solutions, focusing on the technical approach, impact, and potential for revolutionary advancements in microsystems technology.
Microelectronics Innovation for Next-generation System Advancement and Validation (MINSAV) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) with Calls Dept Of Defense
Presolicitation DEPT OF DEFENSE DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE is seeking research and development services for the advancement of microelectronics technologies. The purpose is to mature, verify, assure, and deliver next-generation national defense capabilities to critical Department of Defense systems. The services will involve the design and fabrication of sensor generation and processing microelectronics technologies. The goal is to construct prototype systems that demonstrate microelectronics capabilities for various defense applications such as autonomous systems, artificial intelligence, precision navigation and timing, electronic warfare, data processing, and strategic applications. This is an Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) that will solicit requirements through calls for proposals. No proposals are required at this time.
Disruptioneering Program Announcement Dept Of Defense
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is announcing the Disruptioneering Program, inviting proposals for high-risk, high-reward research initiatives aimed at advancing national security applications. This program seeks to rapidly investigate new technologies through targeted Disruption Opportunities (DOs), enabling the development of innovative prototypes within a streamlined timeframe of less than 120 days from idea inception. Proposals must be unclassified and adhere to specific submission formats, with funding awards anticipated to reach up to $2 million, requiring a minimum one-third cost share. Interested parties can contact the BAA Coordinator at DARPA-PA-24-04@darpa.mil for further details and guidance on proposal submissions.
Program Announcement for Artificial Intelligence Exploration (AIE) Dept Of Defense
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking proposals for its Artificial Intelligence Exploration (AIE) program, aimed at fostering innovative research in AI technologies that enhance national security. The program encourages exploratory research and development through Other Transactions for Prototype Projects, with a focus on high-risk, high-reward initiatives that can rapidly advance AI capabilities. Proposals must adhere to strict administrative and policy requirements, with a maximum funding limit of $1,000,000 for each project phase, and submissions are due by October 29, 2024. Interested parties can contact the BAA Coordinator at DARPA-PA-23-04@darpa.mil for further information.
MULTI-SOURCE, MULTI-DOMAIN DATA EXPLOITATION FOR BATTLESPACE AWARENESS AND DECISION SUPPORT Dept Of Defense
Presolicitation DEPT OF DEFENSE is seeking MULTI-SOURCE, MULTI-DOMAIN DATA EXPLOITATION FOR BATTLESPACE AWARENESS AND DECISION SUPPORT. This service/item is typically used for research, development, demonstration, integration, testing, evaluation, and delivery of technologies that process and exploit multi-source, multi-domain data to improve Battlespace Awareness and derive actionable decision information. The estimated funding for this procurement is approximately $49M, with multiple awards anticipated. The service/item may be awarded through procurement contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, or other transactions. For more information, contact Carolyn Sheaff at Carolyn.Sheaff@us.af.mil or Amber Buckley at amber.buckley@us.af.mil.
Directed Energy Technology Experimentation Research (DETER) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) Open Announcement Dept Of Defense
Solicitation DEPT OF DEFENSE is seeking Directed Energy Technology Experimentation Research (DETER) services. This research and development opportunity aims to perform R&D, modeling and simulation, design, component/subsystem, prototype risk reduction, fabrication/purchase, assembly, integration, and testing of directed energy source components and systems. The goal is to demonstrate system capabilities through laboratory research, experimentation, and field trials in a relevant environment. The announcement encourages dialogue between prospective Offerors and Government representatives. The solicitation is open for white papers and proposals, with the possibility of collapsing the process into a one-step evaluation. The research will support the development of next-generation technologies and weapon system options for the joint warfighter, with a focus on improving national defense capabilities in the domains of directed energy. The announcement provides specific topic areas for research, including directed energy sources, acquisition tracking pointing and beam control systems, DE weapon systems, DE effects testing, modeling and simulation, wargaming, innovative space domain awareness, experiments and testing, and laboratory materials and supplies. The announcement also outlines the types of contracts/instruments that may be awarded and provides information on estimated program cost, anticipated number of awards, schedule, deliverables, and points of contact.
SIGNALS INTELLIGENCE (SIGINT) SOLUTIONS FOR EVOLVING SCENARIOS (SESS) Dept Of Defense
Presolicitation DEPT OF DEFENSE is seeking Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) Solutions for Evolving Scenarios (SESS). This service is typically used to develop emerging Cyber and SIGINT real-time processing solutions to improve tactical information collection, geolocation, extraction, identification, analysis, simulation, and reporting in support of the Intelligence Community. The total funding for this procurement is approximately $99.9M, with individual awards ranging from $.25M to $15M. Multiple awards are anticipated, and the type of instruments that may be awarded include FAR based Procurement contracts, DODGARS based grants and cooperative agreements, or other transactions (OT) under 10 USC 4021, 10 USC 4022, and 10 USC 4023. Prospective offerors can direct their questions to Todd Howlett, the BAA Program Manager, and Amber Buckley, the contracting officer.
Exploration of Highly Complex Defense Systems Dept Of Defense
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is hosting an invitation-only workshop titled "Exploration of Highly Complex Defense Systems," scheduled for November 13-15, 2024, in the Boston, MA metropolitan area. This workshop aims to gather researchers, engineers, and subject matter experts, particularly from non-traditional backgrounds, to explore innovative methodologies for managing complexity in defense systems, which include interdependent subsystems and complex interactions in areas such as aircraft, submarines, and missile defense. The initiative is crucial for enhancing national security through the development of revolutionary tools and techniques that improve decision-making processes and foster interdisciplinary collaboration. Interested participants must submit their applications by October 4, 2024, and can reach out to the BAA Coordinator at DARPA-SN-24-102@darpa.mil for further information.