Opportunity
DARPA #DARPA-SN-26-66
DARPA RFI: Novel Large-Molecule Purification Methods Research
Buyer
Microsystems Technology Office
Posted
May 16, 2026
Respond By
June 08, 2026
Identifier
DARPA-SN-26-66
NAICS
541714, 541715
DARPA's Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) is seeking information from industry and academia on innovative methods for purifying large and complex biomolecules. - Government Buyer: - Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in this RFI - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development services focused on novel large-molecule purification methods - Goal: Develop a universal platform for separating and recovering multiple large, complex molecules with high specificity, purity, and yield from complex feedstock - Research areas include biological sciences, chemistry, manufacturing, materials science, and microsystems - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on universal applicability to a range of biomolecules - High specificity, purity, and yield are critical performance metrics - No specific products, part numbers, or commercial solutions are requested; the focus is on innovative research and technology concepts - Place of Performance: - Microsystems Technology Office (DARPA)
Description
MTO seeks novel large-molecule purification methods that will enable the creation of a universal platform capable of separating and recovering multiple large and complex molecules with high specificity, purity, and yield from complex feedstock. The research topics include Biological, Chemistry, Manufacturing, Materials Science, and Microsystems. This opportunity is a Request for Information to gather innovative approaches in these areas.