DARPA Research Solutions Opening

Agency	DEPT OF DEFENSE
Solicitation Number	DARPA-PA-26-08
Notice Type	Solicitation
NAICS	541715
Set-Aside	No Set-Aside
Place Of Performance
Posted	Sep 3, 2026
Source	Federal — SAM.gov
Response Deadline	Jun 1, 2027 206 days left as of Nov 7, 2026
Time Left	206 days left as of 2026-11-07
Primary	BAA Coordinator · [email protected]
Official Notice	View On SAM.gov

About this opportunity

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.

Who can apply

Set-aside: NONE — as stated in the official notice: “NONE”. Verify eligibility on the official notice before bidding.

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