ARPA-H Lineage Topic

The ARPA-H Lineage Topic solicitation, identified as ARPA-H 05, is a total small business set-aside designed to advance, commercialize, and translate technologies originating from ARPA-H funded efforts. The program aims to provide small businesses and startups with an off-ramp to develop viable products, explore secondary applications, and achieve self-sufficiency. This initiative is structured through the Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs, offering pathways for Phase I, Direct-to-Phase II, or Fast-Track applications. The period of performance is defined by specific phase durations, with Phase I lasting 24 months and Phase II or Sequential Phase II lasting 36 months, with a possible service extension of up to 6 months. Applicants must submit a solution summary of no more than 4 pages, adhering to strict formatting and PDF conversion requirements. Evaluation is based on technical merit, novelty, team expertise, and the path to impact, with a specific focus on transformative advancements rather than incremental research. Required documentation includes a task description document, a Gantt chart for milestone tracking, and a detailed cost proposal. Financial support may include Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) up to 6,500 dollars for Phase I and 50,000 dollars for Phase II. The contract incorporates various FAR and HHSAR clauses, including deviations regarding the Buy American Act, human subject protections, and mandatory electronic payment via the Department of Treasury Invoice Processing Platform.