Definitive Contract HR001126CE032
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Caliola Engineering, LLC, a woman-owned small business based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, was awarded a $350,000 firm fixed-price definitive contract by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) on January 20, 2026, to support the Embedded Entrepreneur Initiative (EEI). This initiative provides funding for organizations to hire external entrepreneurs to facilitate the commercialization and transition of innovative technologies derived from DARPA's research and development programs into practical military and civilian capabilities. The contract, which is not subject to any set-aside designation, is scheduled for completion by January 19, 2027, with performance occurring in Colorado Springs. The award responds to DARPA's Commercial Solutions Opening solicitation, which seeks organizations possessing technology derived from prior DARPA R&D efforts to develop comprehensive commercialization strategies across areas including competitive analysis, financing plans, market engagement strategies, and regulatory compliance activities. Caliola Engineering brings substantial federal contracting experience to this engagement, having previously executed multiple prime contracts with Department of Defense agencies and participating in the Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. The company holds access to significant Indefinite Delivery Vehicle contracts, including the $4 billion SEAPORT-NXG contract with Naval Sea Systems Command and the $46 billion Eglin Wide Agile Acquisition Contract (EWAAC), which position it well to execute advanced research and development services. Under the EEI contract, Caliola Engineering will work to advance the commercialization readiness of DARPA-derived technology, supporting the agency's mission to transition innovative research into operational capabilities and commercial applications.
Name | Description | Solicitation Number | FederalAgency | Type | PostedDate |
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DARPA's Commercial Solutions Opening (DCSO) for Commercial Strategy | HR001125RE003 | Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency | Solicitation 1/1 | 5/1/25, 3:25 PM |
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
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| Not listed | Not listed | $350.0k | 12/15/25 |