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Helium-3-Free Cooling Technology Innovation

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Submission Closed02/16/2026, 12:00:00 PM EST

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AI Contract Overview

The Helium-3-Free Cooling Technology Innovation subcontract, issued by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency under the Department of Defense, seeks the research and proposal of alternative cooling technologies or refrigerants. The primary objective is to eliminate dependence on helium-3 through the exploration of magnetic, quantum, or novel thermodynamic cycle-based approaches. This opportunity was posted on January 27, 2026, with a response deadline of February 16, 2026. The project falls under NAICS code 541715, focusing on research and experimental development in the field of advanced cooling systems.

General Info

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)

Place of Performance

Set-Aside

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Documents

This scope was carved out of DARPA-SN-26-40.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Request for Information: Modular and Sustainable mK Cryogenic Equipment

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedJan 27

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Response DeadlineFeb 16

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Submission Closed

02/16/2026, 12:00:00 PM EST

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Full Description

Research and propose alternative cooling technologies or refrigerants that eliminate dependence on helium-3, including magnetic, quantum, or novel thermodynamic cycle-based approaches.