Non-Traditional Defense Contractor Partnership & Cost-Sharing Arrangement

Non-traditional defense contractors are invited to collaborate with the Department of Defense through a cost-sharing partnership aimed at co-developing innovative prototypes under an Other Transaction Authority agreement. Participants must provide a minimum of one-third of the total project funding from non-federal sources, ensuring shared financial commitment and alignment with commercial innovation practices. The initiative is designed to broaden the defense industrial base by engaging entities that typically do not work on federal contracts, fostering agility and technological advancement outside traditional procurement channels. The opportunity is open through June 23, 2031, with performance activities centered in Quantico. The NAICS code 541715 indicates a focus on research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences, reflecting the technical nature of the prototypes sought. This arrangement enables flexible collaboration while maintaining accountability through federal oversight and milestone-driven development.