Opportunity
DARPA #DARPA-SN-26-93
DARPA RFI for Next Generation Hypersonic Cruise Missiles Research and Development
Buyer
Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), Defense Sciences Office (DSO)
Posted
August 18, 2026
Respond By
October 07, 2026
Identifier
DARPA-SN-26-93
NAICS
541715, 541330
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), through its Tactical Technology Office, is seeking information from industry and research organizations regarding the development of Next Generation Hypersonic Cruise Missiles. - Government Buyer: - Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) - Tactical Technology Office - Scope of Request: - Research and development (R&D) for hypersonic cruise missile technologies - Focus areas include: - Air systems - Advanced manufacturing - Materials science - Power and propulsion - Systems integration - Thermal management - Products/Services Requested: - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities identified - Emphasis on innovative R&D solutions and technical approaches - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Open to all interested parties with relevant expertise - Seeks input on technology advancements, not procurement of finished goods - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors mentioned in the notice
Description
This is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by DARPA's Tactical Technology Office for the Next Generation Hypersonic Cruise Missiles. The opportunity pertains to research and development in hypersonic missile technology. Research topics include air systems, manufacturing, materials science, power and propulsion, systems integration, and thermal management. Interested parties are encouraged to review the opportunity details and submit responses by the specified close date of October 6, 2026.