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Automated Discovery for Design and Control of Turbulent Systems (AutoDIDACTS)

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HR001126S0008Federal

Submission Closed05/28/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

DARPA is seeking innovative research proposals aimed at creating data-driven, generalizable models and principles for aeronautical design and the optimal control of turbulent systems. The focus is on pioneering scientific breakthroughs and transformative advances rather than incremental improvements to current methodologies. The solicitation, titled "Automated Discovery for Design and Control of Turbulent Systems (AutoDIDACTS)," encourages approaches that can lead to revolutionary developments in science, devices, or systems. The solicitation was posted on April 30, 2026, with a submission deadline of May 28, 2026. This opportunity falls under the NAICS code 541715 and is managed by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency within the Department of Defense, based in Arlington, Virginia. Interested parties can reach out to the designated BAA coordinator via the provided email address for further information. The initiative emphasizes creating fundamentally new methods and tools relevant to aeronautics and turbulence control, supporting DARPA's mission to advance cutting-edge technology.

General Info

DARPA seeks innovative research on data-driven aeronautical design and turbulent system control.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Defense Advanced Research Projects Agcy

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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Model_CA_and_Exhibits_A-E__1.21.26.docx

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Attachment_E_Proposal_Instructions_and_Volume_II_Template__Cost.docx

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HR001126S0008-Amendment-01.pdf

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Attachment_H_Associate_Contractors_Agreement.docx

DOCX

HR001126S0008.pdf

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Amendment 1 to HR001126S0008 AutoDIDACTS BAA Summary of Changes

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Attachment_D_Proposal_Instructions_and_Volume_I_Template__Technical_and_Management.docx

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Attachment_C_Proposal_Summary_Slide_Template.pptx

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Attachment_F_DARPA_Cost_Proposal_Spreadsheet.xlsx

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Attachment_B_Abstract_Instructions_and_Template.docx

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Attachment_G_Model_Other_Transaction_for_Research_Agreement.docx

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HR001126S0008-Amendment-02.pdf

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Attachment_A_Abstract_Summary_Side_Template.pptx

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HR001126S0008_AutoDIDACTS_Amendment_2_Summary_of_Changes.docx

DOCX

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Timeline

2 updates

PhaseClosed

Amendment 1Apr 15

Contract was updated

PostedApr 30

Solicitation

Amendment 2Apr 30

Contract was updated

Response DeadlineMay 28

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

05/28/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Advanced Research Projects Agcy

Contacts1 person available

OfficeARLINGTON, VA, 222032114, USA

Organization / Agency

Department Of Defense → Defense Advanced Research Projects Agcy

Office AddressARLINGTON, VA, 222032114, USA

Contacts

BAA Coordinator

contact@example.gov

Full Description

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is soliciting innovative proposals for the data-informed development of generalizable models and principles for aeronautical design and the optimal control of turbulent systems. Proposed research should investigate innovative approaches that enable revolutionary advances in science, devices, or systems. Specifically excluded is research that primarily results in evolutionary improvements to the existing state of practice.