Advanced research solutions and development services
DARPA Research Solutions Opening, Solicitation 3cc8e09b65444a24af6c0b6b0517c2c2, issued by Federal (Virginia offices).
At a glance
DARPA seeks research organizations to propose innovative solutions across multiple technology areas. Work will be performed in Virginia for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, with proposals due June 1, 2027.
Key facts
- Issuing agency
- Federal (Virginia offices)
- Solicitation number
- 3cc8e09b65444a24af6c0b6b0517c2c2
- Type
- Solicitation
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
- Response deadline
- Jun 1, 2027, 7:59 PM EDT
- Place of performance
- VA
Official description
This Research Solutions Opening (RSO) aims to strengthen the DARPA Program Manager (PM) community by engaging academic researchers capable of addressing DARPA's hard problems. PMs that are passionate about tackling the most complex technical challenges, pushing the boundaries of science and technology, and shaping the future of defense and innovation. Together, through this effort, we will pioneer revolutionary solutions, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and empower the brightest minds to make the impossible possible. This RSO also seeks to fund the independent research ideas of these passionate researchers. This RSO is limited to Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) candidates and proposals from accredited U.S. colleges and universities.
Solicitation #DARPA-PA-26-08. Issued by DEPT OF DEFENSE › DEFENSE ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECTS AGENCY (DARPA) › DEF ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECTS AGCY. NAICS 541715. Product/Service Code AC11.
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