What does Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) do?

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency focuses on high-risk, high-reward research and development to create disruptive technologies for national security. Its strategic priorities include the development of autonomous underwater vehicles, species-agnostic cell culture platforms, and ultra-high payload unmanned aircraft systems. The agency emphasizes the discovery of new algorithms and architectures, as well as the integration of academic and industrial research to accelerate the transition of experimental technologies into operational capabilities. Procurement patterns center on professional, scientific, and technical services, specifically research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. The agency frequently procures computer systems design, custom programming, and specialized technical consulting. Contract structures include a mix of solicitations for new technology development and subcontracts for technical and business assistance, compliance management, and cybersecurity implementation. The agency primarily targets vendors within NAICS codes for research and development, computer systems design, and management consulting. There is a strong preference for Small Business Administration set-asides, indicating a strategic reliance on small businesses and innovative startups to drive technical breakthroughs. Operating as a component of the Department of Defense, the agency manages a broad scope of technical initiatives ranging from biotechnology and semiconductor manufacturing to aeronautical and nautical system development. Its organizational structure supports a diverse array of procurement vehicles designed to facilitate rapid prototyping and experimental research.

What contracts does Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) award?

Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) awards government contracts across various categories. Browse contract opportunities from this agency.

How do I do business with Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa)?

To do business with Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa), start by registering in SAM.gov and obtaining a UEI number. Then search for contract opportunities from this agency on CLEATUS. Review the agency's procurement history, identify relevant NAICS codes, and prepare competitive proposals. The contractors tab shows companies that have won contracts from this agency.

Who are the top contractors for Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa)?

View the full list of contractors who have won awards from Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) in the contractors tab . You can filter by contract value, NAICS code, and set-aside type to find relevant competitors and potential teaming partners.

What set-aside programs does Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) use?

Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) uses 1 different set-aside program, including Total Small Business Set-Aside (SBIR/STTR mandate, < 500 employees). These programs reserve a portion of contracts for qualifying businesses. View the set-aside breakdown on the agency overview.

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Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa)

Part of Department Of Defense (dod)

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency focuses on high-risk, high-reward research and development to create disruptive technologies for national security. Its strategic priorities include the development of autonomous underwater vehicles, species-agnostic cell culture platforms, and ultra-high payload unmanned aircraft systems.

Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors. It currently has 29 open contract opportunities.

Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa)

Part of Department Of Defense (dod)

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Recent Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) Contracts

Scalable Platform for Enterprise Engineering and Deployment towards Mathematics for the Discovery of Algorithms and Architectures (SPEED DIAL)

Open Architecture Platform for Underwater Vehicles for Rapid Adaptation, Collaborative Sensing, Navigation, and Autonomy

Hoboken - SBIR XL

Semantically-Aware ISR

Universal Cell Culture Platform for Rapid Establishment of Species-Agnostic Cell Lines and Autonomous Culture Operations

Commercialization of Ultra-High Payload-to-Weight UAS Subsystems

Bio-Research / Clinical Trial Support

Research Institution / University Partnership

Specialized Technical Consulting / Subject Matter Experts

Commercialization and Transition Strategy

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What does Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) do?

What contracts does Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) award?

How do I do business with Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa)?

Who are the top contractors for Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa)?

What set-aside programs does Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) use?

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Leadership and vacancies

Recent Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) Contracts

Scalable Platform for Enterprise Engineering and Deployment towards Mathematics for the Discovery of Algorithms and Architectures (SPEED DIAL)

Open Architecture Platform for Underwater Vehicles for Rapid Adaptation, Collaborative Sensing, Navigation, and Autonomy

Hoboken - SBIR XL

Semantically-Aware ISR

Universal Cell Culture Platform for Rapid Establishment of Species-Agnostic Cell Lines and Autonomous Culture Operations

Commercialization of Ultra-High Payload-to-Weight UAS Subsystems

Bio-Research / Clinical Trial Support

Research Institution / University Partnership

Specialized Technical Consulting / Subject Matter Experts

Commercialization and Transition Strategy

Search all Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) contracts

Search all Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) contractors

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) do?

What contracts does Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) award?

How do I do business with Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa)?

Who are the top contractors for Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa)?

What set-aside programs does Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (darpa) use?