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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s Defense Sciences Office is hosting a prerecorded information session on August 24, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Eastern time, to guide potential proposers on the upcoming Resilient Disruption Opportunity. This session is intended to clarify the program’s objectives and expectations for applicants seeking to respond to the solicitation, and attendance requires advance registration. The event is part of a broader effort to foster innovation in resilient systems capable of withstanding or adapting to disruptive conditions. The solicitation, identified as DARPA-SN-26-106, was posted on July 30, 2026, with a response deadline of August 17, 2026. It falls under NAICS code 541715 for research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. The contracting activity is managed by the Department of Defense through DARPA, with the office located in Arlington, Virginia. Proposers should direct inquiries to the primary point of contact, the BAA Coordinator, via email at Resilient@darpa.mil. All referenced times are Eastern time, and the full details are accessible through the official SAM.gov link provided in the announcement.

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DARPA invites proposals for resilient systems via solicitation DARPA-SN-26-106, deadline August 17, 2026.

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Department Of Defense → Defense Advanced Research Projects AgcyView Agency

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

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Advanced Research Projects Agcy
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OfficeARLINGTON, VA, 222032114, USA
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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Defense Sciences Office (DSO) is sponsoring an Information Session webcast to provide information to potential proposers on the objectives of the anticipated Resilient Disruption Opportunity (DO). The Information Session will be held via prerecorded webcast on August 24, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.. Advance registration is required to attend the webcast. All times listed in this announcement and on the registration website are Eastern time.

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Protein Splicing & Ligation Technology DevelopmentThe contract focuses on the research and development of innovative enzymatic or synthetic techniques designed to achieve precise splicing and ligation of endogenous proteins, enabling functional editing at the protein level without altering the underlying genetic code. This effort aims to advance biological control by directly modifying protein structure and function in living systems, bypassing the risks and permanence of gene editing. The work must yield scalable, reliable methods that can be applied across diverse cellular environments and is intended to support high-impact applications in defense and biomedical innovation. The solicitation, titled Protein Splicing & Ligation Technology Development, is issued under NAICS code 541715 as a subcontract opportunity by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency within the Department of Defense. Proposals are due by July 31, 2026, with the opportunity posted on July 20, 2026. The project requires advanced expertise in biochemistry, molecular engineering, and protein chemistry, with an emphasis on precision, efficiency, and biological compatibility. The place of performance and point of contact details are unspecified, but the work is expected to align with the agency’s broader goals in next-generation bioengineering and resilient biological systems.
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Protein ENGineering (PENG) Proposer Day
Solicitation # DARPA-SN-26-102
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s Defense Sciences Office is hosting a Proposers Day on August 10, 2026, in Arlington, Virginia, to introduce the Protein ENGineering (PENG) program, with a virtual webcast available for remote participation. Registration is mandatory for both in-person and virtual attendance, and the event aims to communicate the program’s vision, outline DARPA’s operational structure and milestones, and foster collaborations among industry, academia, and government entities with the necessary expertise and infrastructure. This gathering is designed to guide potential proposers in developing responsive research and development proposals aligned with the PENG program’s objectives. The official solicitation number for this initiative is DARPA-SN-26-102, published on July 20, 2026, with a response deadline of July 31, 2026. The program falls under the NAICS code 541715 for research and development in biotechnology. Primary point of contact for inquiries is the BAA Coordinator, reachable via PENG@darpa.mil, and the event is organized by the Department of Defense through DARPA’s office located in Arlington, Virginia. Interested parties are expected to review the details and register promptly to ensure participation in this critical pre-proposal engagement.
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Non-Uniformity Correction (NUC) & Image Processing AlgorithmsThe contract involves the development of real-time non-uniformity correction and image enhancement algorithms tailored for infrared video streams, with implementation on embedded software platforms integrated with FPGA and DSP hardware. The work focuses on advancing the quality and consistency of infrared imagery by mitigating sensor non-uniformities and enhancing visual details under challenging environmental conditions, ensuring optimal performance in defense and surveillance applications. The algorithms must be optimized for low latency and high throughput to support real-time processing in resource-constrained embedded systems. This is a subcontract under the Department of Defense, specifically managed by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, with a North American Industry Classification System code of 541715 for scientific research and development in physical, engineering, and life sciences. The opportunity was posted on July 17, 2026, with a submission deadline of August 14, 2026. The place of performance and point of contact details are not specified, indicating the work may be performed at the contractor’s facility or other arrangements as agreed. The project demands expertise in digital signal processing, real-time systems, and infrared imaging technology, with deliverables centered on functional, validated algorithms ready for integration into operational infrared systems.
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NAICS: 334511
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Sensor System Integration & PackagingThe contract seeks the integration of focal plane arrays, return on investment calculations, and thermal cooling systems into ruggedized, field-deployable sensor modules designed for operation across terrestrial, maritime, air, and space environments. These modules must withstand extreme conditions while maintaining high-performance thermal and electro-optical functionality, ensuring reliability in demanding operational scenarios. The work emphasizes compact packaging, durability, and seamless system-level integration to support deployment on diverse mobile and remote platforms without compromising sensor fidelity or operational readiness. This subcontract falls under NAICS code 334511 for electromedical and electrotherapeutic equipment manufacturing, though the scope clearly targets advanced sensor system development rather than medical applications. The opportunity is posted by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency under the Department of Defense with a response deadline of August 14, 2026. No set-aside provisions or specific eligibility criteria are indicated, and performance is expected to occur on a national scale without a defined geographic restriction. The contract requires proven expertise in packaging sensitive electro-optical components for harsh environments and the ability to deliver integrated systems that meet rigorous military and aerospace standards for size, weight, power, and thermal management.
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