Information Domain and Secure Interoperability Research

This contract focuses on conducting advanced research in the area of secure information sharing across heterogeneous systems. Key areas of investigation include developing solutions for secure cross-domain communication, enhancing semantic interoperability to enable meaningful data exchange between different systems, and ensuring data provenance to maintain the integrity and traceability of information. The work aims to address critical challenges in secure data interoperability within complex, multi-system environments. The contract is issued as a subcontract under the NAICS code 541715, which pertains to research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. It is sponsored by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Information Innovation Office, part of the Department of Defense. The solicitation was posted on November 28, 2025, and the deadline to submit responses is November 30, 2026. Details such as the specific location for performance or points of contact are not provided. The scope of this effort supports DARPA’s mission to advance cutting-edge technologies that improve national security capabilities in information sharing and interoperability.