SBIR / STTR #DPA26BZ02-NV009

DARPA SBIR Solicitation for Advanced Defense R&D: Radiation Hardening, High-Temp ICs, and Secure Computing

DARPA is seeking innovative small business proposals for advanced research and development projects under its SBIR program, with a focus on high-risk, high-reward technologies for national security and defense applications. - Government Buyer: - Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), Department of War (DoW) - Contracting managed by DARPA Small Business Programs Office and Contracts Management Office (CMO) - OEMs and Vendors: - DARPA is the only OEM or agency explicitly mentioned - Products and Services Requested: - Research and development services for multiple advanced technology topics, including: - Automated process for codesign of radiation hardening and security (Part Number: DPA26BZ02-NV009) - Spreaders for Microsystems with Advanced Thermal Resilience (SMART) (Part Number: DPA26BZ02-NV005) - Nanopore bioelectronics for next-generation proteomics (Part Number: DPA26BZ02-NV006) - Compact wideband tunable RF filters (Part Number: DPA26BZ02-NV007) - Temperature-hardened mixed-signal integrated circuits for extreme environments (Part Number: DPA26BZ02-NV008) - Low resource computing solutions (Part Number: DPA26BZ02-DV010) - Specific services include feasibility demonstrations, technology development, and commercialization planning for high-temperature mixed-signal ICs using wide-bandgap materials (SiC, GaN) - Quantities: - No specific quantities listed; focus is on R&D deliverables and milestones - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on manufacturability, operation in extreme environments (up to 800C), and dual-use (defense and commercial) applications - Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Defense SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP) - Compliance with SBIR eligibility and DARPA-specific proposal guidelines - Awards range from $250,000 (Phase I) to $900,000 (Phase II), with periods of performance from 6 to 36 months - Notable focus on automation, security, radiation hardening, and leveraging legacy hardware for new capabilities

Description

This solicitation is part of the Department of War (DoW) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program under DARPA. It seeks proposals for an automated process for codesign of radiation hardening and security. The program focuses on high-risk, high-reward investments in science and technology to support national security. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the Defense SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP) and follow the specific instructions provided by DARPA. The Phase I award amount is $250,000 with a period of performance of 6 months.

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