Embedded entrepreneur initiative (EEI) and minimum viable product (MVP) option
Active Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- HR001126CE018
- Awardee
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Causerie.ai Inc. UEI RPWLRFMJSUT1
- Awarding agency
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Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $364,822
Award facts
- Opportunity
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- DARPA's Commercial Solutions Opening (DCSO) for Commercial Strategy Solicitation · HR001125RE003 · Posted May 1, 2025
- Contract value 26% obligated
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- $364,822.38 Current, with exercised options
- $1,393,341.48 Potential, with all options
- Completion date 38% complete
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- Current, with exercised options
- Potential, with all options
- Contracting staff
- NAICS code
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- PSC
- B541 Special Studies/Analysis- Defense
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Competed under SAP · 7 offers Simplified Acquisition
- Pricing
- Firm Fixed Price
- Place of performance
- Roslindale, MA 02131, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Original award | $364,822 |
About this award
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency awarded a $1,393,341.48 definitive contract to Causerie.ai Inc. for the Embedded Entrepreneur Initiative and Minimum Viable Product option on January 29, 2026, with a firm fixed price structure and no set-aside.
The originating Commercial Solutions Opening, posted May 1, 2025 and due April 30, 2026, sought proposals to transition and commercialize innovative technologies derived from DARPA's research and development programs into practical military and civilian capabilities. The solicitation targeted organizations with technology from prior DARPA R&D efforts, either as direct contractors or through acquired rights. Evaluation criteria emphasized potential contribution to DARPA's mission, commercialization readiness, and fair and reasonable pricing. An amendment issued July 14, 2025 updated solicitation requirements for proposals submitted after that date. The base Commercial Solutions Proposal was limited to $350,000 with a 12-month performance period, and an optional Minimum Viable Product development phase extended up to 24 months.
Place of performance is Roslindale, MA 02131, with ultimate completion date of January 28, 2028. The solicitation allowed work at various locations as appropriate for the specific technology and commercialization activities. The initiative encompassed a comprehensive framework requiring detailed tasks across 14 primary areas, including competitive analysis, financing plans, market engagement strategies, and regulatory compliance activities.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract HR001126CE018?
HR001126CE018 was awarded to Causerie.ai Inc. by Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (Department of Defense) on January 29, 2026.
How much is contract HR001126CE018 worth?
The government has obligated $364,822 on HR001126CE018. Its potential value, with all options, is $1,393,341.
Was contract HR001126CE018 competed?
The extent of competition for HR001126CE018 was competed under sap. The government received 7 offers.
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