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Robust Quantum Sensors (RoQS) Program Solicitation

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DARPA-PS-25-11Federal

Submission Closed03/31/2025, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 541715

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AI Contract Overview

The DARPA Robust Quantum Sensors (RoQS) program seeks innovative proposals aimed at advancing quantum sensing technology for Department of Defense platforms. The focus is on developing quantum sensors that can inherently resist performance degradation caused by platform interference, a challenge that current laboratory-grade sensors face when integrated into operational environments. The program emphasizes pioneering physics-based approaches to achieve robust performance and aims to demonstrate these sensors on government-provided platforms, ultimately transitioning them into existing DoD systems and Programs of Record. Collaboration with industry platform manufacturers is also a key component, with the goal of identifying suitable systems for quantum sensor integration and facilitating their deployment. Proposals are due by March 31, 2025, and the solicitation is managed by DARPA’s office in Arlington, Virginia. The initiative aligns with the NAICS code 541715, which pertains to research and development in physical, engineering, and life sciences. Interested parties can contact the program coordinator via email for further information. The overarching objective is to enable revolutionary advances in quantum sensing that significantly enhance DoD capabilities by overcoming current limitations related to platform-induced performance degradation.

General Info

DARPA invites proposals for pioneering quantum sensors enhancing DoD platform performance by March 31, 2025.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Defense Advanced Research Projects Agcy

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

Set-Aside

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Documents

Attachment H - Associate Contractor Agreements

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DARPA-PS-25-11 Attachment G Price Summary Spreadsheet

1 page · pricing-sheet

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DARPA PS-25-11 Attachment J TDD Template

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DARPA PS-25-11 Model OT for Robust Quantum Sensors TA1

28 pages · contract-document

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DARPA-PS-25-11 Robust Quantum Sensors (RoQS) Program Solicitation

18 pages · presolicitation

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DARPA-PS-25-11 RoQS Abstract Instructions and Template

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DARPA-PS-25-11 RoQS Cost Proposal Instructions Attachment E

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DARPA-PS-25-11 RoQS FAQ v2 (2/18/2025)

5 pages · q-and-a

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DARPA-PS-25-11 RoQS FAQ V3 (2/27/2025)

7 pages · q-and-a

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DARPA-PS-25-11 RoQS Program Solicitation Cost Proposal Spreadsheet

55 pages · sow

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DARPA-PS-25-11 RoQS Proposal Instructions and Volume I Template v5

10 pages · proposal-instructions

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DARPA PS-25-11 Schedule of Milestones and Payments

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RoQS Controlled Unclassified Information Guide, v1.0 (Jan 9, 2025)

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DARPA-PS-24-11 RoQS Proposal Summary Slide Template

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DARPA-PS-25-11 Other Transaction Certifications

5 pages · certifications

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DARPA-PS-25-11 RoQS Abstract Summary Slide Template

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DARPA-PS-25-11 RoQS FAQ V1 (Feb. 4, 2025)

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DARPA-PS-25-11 RoQS FAQ V4 (3/6/2025)

8 pages · q-and-a

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DARPA-PS-25-11 RoQS FAQ v5 (3/14/2025)

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DARPA-PS-25-11 RoQS FAQ, Version 6 (3/26/2025)

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DARPA-PS-25-11 RoQS Proposers Day Slides

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DARPA RoQS TA2 Model OT Agreement No. HR0011-XX-3-XXXX

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