Hypersonic System Architecture & Integration

The contract seeks the development of system-level architectural concepts and comprehensive trade studies for a next-generation hypersonic cruise missile, with a strong emphasis on Design for Manufacturing and Assembly to ensure scalable and efficient production across air, ground, and sea-based platforms. The work requires deep technical expertise in hypersonic systems integration, balancing performance requirements with manufacturability, assembly processes, and logistical feasibility to support broad operational deployment. The approach must enable adaptable configurations that maintain functionality while reducing complexity and cost across varying launch environments. All bids are due by October 6, 2026, and the effort falls under the NAICS code 334511 for guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing. This is a subcontract opportunity under the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, part of the Department of Defense, with no specific set-aside provisions or restrictions indicated. Performance location details are not specified, and while no point of contact is provided, the opportunity is advertised through SAM.gov with a public link for further details. The focus is on advancing foundational architecture rather than final product development, positioning the selected performer to influence the future production roadmap of hypersonic capabilities across multiple domains.