# DARPA #DARPA-SN-26-124

DARPA RFI: Resilient Ultra Short Pulsed Laser Sources

**Buyer:** Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
**Posted:** October 04, 2023
**Respond By:** November 20, 2026
**Identifier:** DARPA-SN-26-124
**NAICS:** 541715, 541713, 334419, 334517

This opportunity is a Request for Information (RFI) from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), managed by the Multi X Office, seeking industry input on resilient ultra short pulsed laser sources.
- Government Buyer:
  - Department of Defense (DoD)
  - Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)
  - Multi X Office
- Scope:
  - Focus on resilient, compact, rugged millijoule-class ultra-short pulsed laser sources
  - Research areas include Electronics, Microsystems, Photonics, and Thermal Management
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the RFI
- Products/Services Requested:
  - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities are listed
  - The RFI is for information gathering only, not a direct purchase
- Unique Requirements:
  - Emphasis on resilience and compactness in ultra-short pulsed laser technology
  - Interest in millijoule-class output and ruggedized designs
  - Input sought on technical approaches, capabilities, and potential solutions

### Description

The Multi X Office (MXO) seeks information on compact, rugged millijoule-class ultra-short pulsed lasers. This request for information is aimed at gathering insights related to electronics, microsystems, photonics, and thermal management. The solicitation is open from September 8, 2026, and closes on November 20, 2026. No additional contact, location, or classification details are provided.

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