DSO Pitch Day Solicitation

This solicitation seeks proposals for targeted, short-term research and development efforts with the potential to become groundbreaking DARPA programs, prioritizing participation from new and non-traditional proposers – including small businesses and educational institutions. Proposals should align with one of four designated DSO Thrust Areas and demonstrate a clear technical approach, including risk mitigation, novelty, and potential impact against the current state of the art. Proposals will be evaluated on scientific and technical merit, feasibility, and the team’s expertise. Required components include an Executive Summary (not page limited), a detailed Proposed Approach, Proposer Overview, and a Price Outline with Milestones (not to exceed $400,000). A Task Description Document will be required if invited to Pitch Day on January 14, 2026, along with a final PDP updated based on DARPA feedback.

Notice ID

a126fb9fbef74a0bb5631c2799c8a3cf

Solicitation Number

DARPA-PA-26-01

NAICS Code

541715

Classification Code

AC11