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Surgical Robotic Arm and End-Effector Development

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Response Deadline11/02/2026, 12:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency involves the design and manufacture of physical robotic hardware for prime contractors working on Biological Technologies Office projects. The scope of work focuses on the engineering of high-precision actuators and surgical end-effectors, specifically scalpels, forceps, and suturing tools, utilizing biocompatible materials and medical-grade alloys to deliver a functional and scalable robotic hardware platform. A critical requirement of the project is strict adherence to ISO 13485 medical device safety standards. The opportunity was posted on October 14, 2026, with a response deadline of November 2, 2026, falling under NAICS code 339112.

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Agency

Department Of Defense → Defense Advanced Research Projects Agcy

NAICS

339112 - Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing

Place of Performance

VA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of DARPA-SN-27-02.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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DARPA Surgical Competition (DSC) Second Industry Day

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Timeline

PostedOct 14

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Response DeadlineNov 2

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Response Deadline

11/02/2026, 12:00:00 PM UTCin 18 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Advanced Research Projects Agcy

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Designs and manufactures physical robotic hardware for prime contractors on DARPA Biological Technologies Office projects. Engineers high-precision actuators and surgical end-effectors including scalpels, forceps, and suturing tools using medical-grade alloys and biocompatible materials. Ensures compliance with ISO 13485 medical device safety standards. Delivers a functional, scalable robotic hardware platform.

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