DARPA-PS-26-141_APM_Attachment_G_Task_Description_Document__TDD__Template.docx

DARPA-PS-26-141_APM

Attachment G The full proposal will NOT be incorporated into any resulting agreement. Only the Task Description Document (TDD) will be incorporated as the technical scope document. Please write this section clearly, concretely, and in definitive terms. A well-written, self-contained TDD significantly reduces the time and back-and-forth required during pre-award negotiations.

TASK DESCRIPTION DOCUMENT

FOR

APM

BY

<<PERFORMER>>

<<DATE>>

1. Program Background

The Atomically Precise Molecules (APM) will redefine the speed, resolution, and power scaling performance of non-linear optics by transitioning from the fixed, immutable properties of legacy materials. Current materials, both organic and inorganic, are limited by an inability to control the identity, orientation, and composition of molecules within the material with high precision. Programmable materials, such as Programmable Precision Polymers (PPP), overcome this limitation through synthesis approaches that enable designers to control material properties across time and length scales, from single molecules to arrangements of molecules acting together in a coordinated fashion. By mastering the high-yield synthesis of programmable materials, the DoW moves towards deploying programmable materials engineered at the molecular level to maximize the physics of electro-optic performance at sub-nanosecond switching speeds.

APM will deliver high yield programmable materials with state-of-the-art non-linear properties, including electrooptic coefficients exceeding 8000 pV/m, a gain of 2 from current state of the art organic dyes. These materials will also demonstrate low optical losses and high thermal stability. This will be shown in a proof-of-concept demonstration by integrating them into microfabricated electro-optic modulators with bandwidth exceeding 1 THz (~10x gain in performance) and voltage-length products (VpiL) less than 0.0005 V*cm (~20x gain in performance).

2. Project Overview

This section is focused on defining the specific project and should include a description that aligns with the technical proposal. Though not meant to be extensive (usually two to three paragraphs will suffice), it should capture: (1) what is the project about; (2) why it matters; (3) goals and objectives; (4) Government and performer defined metrics.

3. Technical Tasks & Deliverables

Clearly define all tasks, subtasks, and deliverables for the proposed effort, organized sequentially by Phase.

For each task and subtask, explicitly specify:

· Technical Goals & Approach: Core technical objectives, methodology, and execution strategy.

· Schedule: Anticipated start and end dates expressed in Program Months (e.g., Month 1 to Month 6).

· Personnel & Ownership: Lead investigator(s) / responsible individual(s) and their respective organization(s).

· Alignment & Impact: Direct contributions to program milestones, quantitative metrics, and deliverables.

Deliverable Specifications & Milestone Plan Alignment:

· Comprehensive Scope in TDD: Capture all project deliverables here, including full details regarding technical format, content specifications, etc.. Routine progress, status, and management reports belong here.

· Alignment with Milestone Plan: Ensure strict naming and scheduling consistency with the Milestone Plan Document. While the Milestone Plan focuses primarily on payable/critical-path technical milestones (and generally excludes routine administrative reports unless tied to a key decision gate or experiment along the critical path), every payable deliverable listed in the Milestone Plan must map directly back to a fully specified task in this TDD.

Formatting Note: Do not paste images, charts, or graphical schedules into this section. Provide descriptions in structured text or standard tables.

The Performer shall accomplish the below described research tasks.

4. Program Management

This Section should include any applicable program management tasks (to include subcontractor management, status reports, final report/s, etc.).

5. Meeting & Travel Requirements

This Section can be utilized for any required meeting and travel requirements from the Program Solicitation.

6. Government Furnished Information (GFI)/Government Furnished Property (GFP)

This Section can be utilized to capture any assumptions regarding GFI/GFP. Anything contained here would need to be reconciled with the GFP Article in the final Agreement.