Opportunity
SAM #DARPA-SN-26-60
DARPA DISCORD Program Proposers Day Announcement
Buyer
DEF ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECTS AGCY
Posted
April 15, 2026
Respond By
April 28, 2026
Identifier
DARPA-SN-26-60
NAICS
541715, 541330
DARPA is announcing a Proposers Day for the DISCORD program, aimed at advancing AI-driven tactics for military operations. - Event Purpose: - Inform potential proposers about the DISCORD program - Facilitate teaming and discussion for future R&D efforts - Program Focus: - Develop an AI-native tactics engine - Integrate live sensor data and high-fidelity simulation - Rapidly generate adaptive tactics for military commanders - Part of DARPA's Ender’s Foundry initiative to accelerate AI-enabled simulation - No direct procurement or solicitation at this stage - No specific OEMs, products, or services named - Key Locations: - DARPA office, Arlington, VA - SPA Arlington Research Collaboration Center (SPARCC), Arlington, VA
Description
PROPOSERS DAY: DARPA will host a Proposers Day in support of DARPA-PS-26-27, the DISCORD program on 7 May 2026 at the SPA Arlington Research Collaboration Center (SPARCC), 4075 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, Virginia 22203 from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM ET. The purpose of this conference is to provide information on the DISCORD program; promote additional discussion on this topic; address questions from potential proposers; and provide a forum for potential proposers to present their capabilities for teaming opportunities. PROGRAM OBJECTIVE AND DESCRIPTION: The objective of the DISCORD program is to develop an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-native1 tactics engine that can incorporate live sensor data and high-fidelity simulation to rapidly generate tactics that continuously adapt to changes in the operational environment. The goal is to provide commanders with a portfolio of diverse strategies that can pivot dynamically in response to evolving conditions. The DARPA DISCORD effort implements Ender’s Foundry, one of several warfighting Pace-Setting Projects (PSPs) established by the Department of War. Ender’s Foundry’s intent is to accelerate AI-enabled simulation capabilities to ensure we stay ahead of AI-enabled adversaries.