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Advanced Research & Development (Information/Computational Domains)

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Response Deadline11/30/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract for Advanced Research and Development in Information and Computational Domains supports prime contractors on projects for the DARPA Information Innovation Office. The scope of work involves performing groundbreaking scientific research, developing novel algorithms, and creating prototypes for Transformative AI. These activities require the use of advanced computational modeling software and high-performance computing clusters to ensure overall scientific and technical merit. The selected provider is responsible for delivering validated scientific findings, technical reports, and functional prototypes. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 541715 and is associated with the Department of Defense. The response deadline for this requirement is November 30, 2026.

General Info

DARPA subcontract for Transformative AI research, prototypes, and modeling due November 30, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Darpa - Information Innovation Office

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of HR001126S0001.

The full solicitation package (7 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Information Innovation Office (I2O) Office-Wide

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Timeline

PostedNov 28

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Response DeadlineNov 30

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11/30/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTCin about 2 months

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Darpa - Information Innovation Office

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Darpa - Information Innovation Office

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Full Description

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Performs groundbreaking scientific research for prime contractors on DARPA Information Innovation Office (I2O) projects. Develops novel algorithms, conducts theoretical research, and creates prototypes for Transformative AI using high-performance computing (HPC) clusters and advanced computational modeling software. Must demonstrate overall scientific and technical merit. Delivers technical reports, prototypes, and validated scientific findings.

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