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High-Energy Density Fuel & Feed Systems

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This subcontract with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency focuses on the development of high-energy density fuels and delivery systems for hypersonic cruise missile projects. The scope of work involves the chemical formulation of advanced fuels and the design of high-pressure fuel pumps and actuation systems, utilizing specialized chemical synthesis labs and high-pressure fluid systems to deliver both fuel formulations and hardware to prime contractors. The project is categorized under NAICS code 333995 and requires strict adherence to NIST SP 800-171 compliance for data security. Interested parties must respond by October 6, 2026, following the posting date of August 20, 2026.

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DARPA subcontract for hypersonic cruise missile high-energy fuels and delivery system development.

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Department Of Defense → Defense Advanced Research Projects AgcyView Agency

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333995 - Fluid Power Cylinder and Actuator ManufacturingView NAICS

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VA

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This scope was carved out of DARPA-SN-26-93.

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RFI for Next Generation Hypersonic Cruise Missiles

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Advanced Research Projects Agcy
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Develops high-energy density fuels and delivery systems for prime contractors on DARPA hypersonic cruise missile projects. Performs chemical formulation of advanced fuels and designs high-pressure fuel pumps and actuation systems using specialized chemical synthesis labs and high-pressure fluid systems. Requires NIST SP 800-171 compliance. Delivers high-energy fuel formulations and fuel delivery hardware.

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