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Autonomous Control Systems Consultant/Developer

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This subcontract opportunity is for an Autonomous Control Systems Consultant/Developer to support prime contractors on DARPA ICU-in-a-Box projects. The role involves designing and developing autonomous logic and software architecture, specifically focusing on control algorithms, sensor integration, and decision-making frameworks utilizing RTOS and AI/ML frameworks. All development must strictly adhere to IEC 62304 medical device software standards, with required deliverables including prototype code, feasibility reports, and software architecture documentation. The project is managed by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency under the U.S. Department of Defense. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity under NAICS code 541511, specifically mandated for SBIR/STTR participants with fewer than 500 employees. The solicitation was posted on September 23, 2026, with a response deadline of October 21, 2026.

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Subcontract for DARPA ICU-in-a-Box autonomous control systems developer, small business set-aside.

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U.S. Department of Defense → Defense Advanced Research Projects AgencyView Agency

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541511 - Custom Computer Programming ServicesView NAICS

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This scope was carved out of DPA26BZ06-DV029.

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ICU-in-a-Box: Autonomous Extracorporeal Multiple-Organ Support Therapies

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Performs design and development of autonomous logic and software architecture for prime contractors on DARPA ICU-in-a-Box projects. Develops control algorithms, sensor integration software, and decision-making frameworks using RTOS and AI/ML frameworks. Requires adherence to IEC 62304 medical device software standards. Delivers software architecture documents, prototype code, and feasibility reports.

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