Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) Office-wide
ID: 354134Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

DARPA - Microsystems Technology Office (DOD-DARPA-MTO)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Procurement Contract

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354134

Additional Information

https://sam.gov/opp/ac1e0fa008fe404294fbeb57fddf0cb6/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is soliciting innovative research proposals through its Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) under a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) aimed at advancing high-risk, high-reward technologies in microsystems technology. The initiative seeks revolutionary ideas that are not currently being addressed by ongoing MTO programs, focusing on areas such as novel integrated circuits, sustainable manufacturing practices, and dual-use technologies that integrate commercial and defense requirements. Proposals will be evaluated based on scientific merit, relevance to DARPA's mission, and cost realism, with multiple awards anticipated. Interested parties can submit proposals until May 9, 2025, and should direct inquiries to Dr. Whitney Mason at HR001124S0028@darpa.mil for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    HR001124S0028@darpa.mil
    Files
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    Attachment_F_Accelerated_Contract_Award_Option.docx
    Attachment F presents an accelerated contract award option for proposals submitted to the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) under the Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) Office-wide BAA. This option aims to expedite the contract award process for efforts that do not exceed $2,000,000, benefiting both DARPA and proposers. The key procurement objective here is to establish a streamlined path for procuring cost-reimbursement contracts, specifically Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee or Cost (No Fee) contracts, for unclassified research and development efforts. Proposers opting for this accelerated option agree to prescribed terms and conditions, including specific data rights assertions, fee calculation limitations, and the use of DARPA's cost proposal spreadsheet. They must also provide substantiating information for all proposed cost elements and, if applicable, a small business subcontracting plan. In exchange, DARPA commits to awarding the contract within 30 days of the proposer's receipt of selection notification. This attachment outlines the stipulations for this accelerated process, emphasizing the importance of compliance to maintain DARPA's expedited award commitment.
    HR001124S0028-Amendment-01.pdf
    The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), through its Microsystems Technology Office (MTO), has released a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for revolutionary research ideas in microsystems technology. The BAA, an amendment to a previous announcement, seeks proposals for topics not currently addressed by MTO programs or other solicitations. The main objective is to procure high-risk, high-reward technologies that advance DARPA's mission and address national security challenges. The focus is on three key thrust areas: Scientific Disruption, Microsystems Manufacturing Ecosystem, and Dual Use by Design. Under Scientific Disruption, DARPA aims to develop the next generation of transistor technology and is particularly interested in photonic, quantum, and bio/organic circuits. For Microsystems Manufacturing Ecosystem, the goal is to develop sustainable and resource-efficient fabrication and recycling technologies for advanced microsystems. The Dual Use by Design thrust aims to strengthen the partnership between the military and commercial sectors to ensure the deployment of new military microsystem technologies at a faster pace and lower cost. The BAA invites proposals for a range of topics within these three thrust areas, including fault-tolerant quantum computing, biochemical processors, photonic interconnects, data-starved fabrication processes, and customizable template application-specific integrated circuits. Proposals will be evaluated based on scientific and technical merit, potential contribution to DARPA's mission, and cost realism. Abstracts are encouraged but not required, with a due date of March 9, 2025, while full proposals are due by May 9, 2025. Multiple award types are anticipated, including procurement contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, or other transactions. This BAA offers an accelerated contract award option for proposals not exceeding $2 million, with awards to be made within 30 days of selection.
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