HR001124C0315 DARPA JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is awarding a sole-source modification to the University of Michigan under the Ice Control for Cold Environments program. This initiative aims to address extreme cold weather operational challenges by developing and optimizing biologically sourced or inspired molecules to control ice crystallization, propagation, and adhesion. This specific action transitions the project into Phase III, focusing on the formulation, testing, and scale-up of these ice-modulating molecules. The procurement is being conducted as other than full and open competition under FAR 6.302-1 and 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), as the current contractor is deemed the only responsible source capable of satisfying requirements due to their unique scientific progress and proprietary data. The Phase III award is a Cost-No Fee contract with an estimated value not to exceed 5 million dollars and a performance period of 12 months. The work will be performed in Ann Arbor, Michigan.