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Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Design and Simulation

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Submission Closed01/09/2026, 12:00:00 PM EST

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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency under the Department of Defense is seeking a subcontractor for Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Design and Simulation. The primary objective of this contract is the development of system-level photonic circuit designs, utilizing advanced simulation tools to model critical factors such as optical signal behavior, noise, mode leakage, and overall manufacturability. A key requirement of the project is the co-design of both photonic and electronic components to ensure seamless integration. This opportunity was posted on December 22, 2025, and requires responses by January 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM. The project falls under NAICS code 541715, focusing on research and experimental development in the field of photonic integrated circuits.

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Department Of Defense → Defense Advanced Research Projects Agcy

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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Documents

This scope was carved out of DARPA-SN-26-25.

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PostedDec 22

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Response DeadlineJan 9

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Submission Closed

01/09/2026, 12:00:00 PM EST

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Develop system-level photonic circuit designs using advanced simulation tools to model optical signal behavior, noise, mode leakage, and manufacturability with co-design of photonic and electronic components.