MAKING OBSTETRIC CARE SMART (MOCS)

The ARPA‑H solicitation (ARPA‑H‑SOL‑25‑13) requests high‑risk, high‑reward biomedical proposals in Technical Area 1, Technical Area 2, or both. Applicants must deliver a one‑page executive summary and a detailed technical plan that describes the current state of the technology, its limitations, the proposed innovative approach, and the specific technical challenges and mitigation strategies. The proposal must include a comprehensive human‑subjects research plan (animal research is prohibited) with phase‑by‑phase patient/sample numbers and study protocols, an end‑user engagement strategy that partners with a rural labor‑and‑delivery site, an urban academic labor‑and‑delivery site, and a freestanding birthing center, and a clear regulatory pathway with evidence of prior engagement. Additional required sections cover intellectual‑property status, cybersecurity and biosecurity compliance, risk‑mitigation/contingency plans, a management plan with team structure and effort allocation, and a cost proposal substantiated by labor, materials, travel, and other expenses, all validated for a minimum of 120 days. Unique elements of this opportunity include mandatory human‑research involvement throughout every phase, explicit identification of the optimal commercialization partner, and detailed discussion of cost, accessibility, and user experience. Proposers must certify no participation in malign foreign talent recruitment programs and acknowledge potential liability for misrepresentations. The submission must align with the Task Description Document, demonstrate realistic budgeting, and address all evaluation criteria, including novelty, relevance to the ARPA‑H mission, and overall value.

Notice ID

78d39e1b728d4f80b312f760db09c646

Solicitation Number

ARPA-H-SOL-26-143

NAICS Code

5417

Classification Code

AN13