HERMES_BAA_Attachment_B_Abstract_Instructions_and_Template.docx

HR001124S0025: Hermes

Abstract Instructions and Template

Use of this template is mandatory for all abstract submissions to this BAA. Proposers must include Attachments A (Abstract Summary Slide Template) and B to constitute a full abstract submission. This document must include all components described herein and must be submitted in PDF or Microsoft Word formats. All submissions must be written in English, and all pages shall be formatted for printing on 8-1/2 by 11-inch paper with 1-inch margins and font size no smaller than 12-point. Font sizes of 8 or 10-point may be used for figures, tables, and charts.

Abstracts shall not exceed a maximum of 8 pages. Abstracts should be at the UNCLASSIFIED or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) level. All proprietary data and information should be appropriately marked.

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Bibliography

Technical Papers (Optional, no more than 3)

This announcement contains a required Abstract phase. Proposers must use Attachment A as the template for abstract submission and submit through the Broad Agency Announcement Tool (BAAT) by May 3, 2024 at 4pm ET as listed in the Overview Information section. Proposers will be notified of any non-conforming determinations via electronic mail.

As soon as DARPA completes the evaluation of Abstracts, DARPA will notify Abstract submitters with one of the following:

a) Notice of non-selection (not invited to submit a full proposal).

b) Notice of an invitation to submit a full proposal.

DARPA may elect to invite all, some, or none of the Abstract submitters to submit a full proposal. Only Abstract submitters invited by DARPA to submit a a full proposal are eligible to provide one.

Abstracts must be submitted per the instructions outlined herein and received by DARPA no later than the due date and time listed in the Overview Information section. Abstracts received after this time and date may not be reviewed. Please visit Proposer Instructions and General Terms and Conditions for instructions on how to submit your abstract through the Broad Agency Announcement Tool.

COVER SHEET

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Abstract Title

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Identify any other solicitation(s) to which this concept has been proposed.

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Attachment B: HR001124S0025 Proposal Abstract Source Selection Sensitive – See FAR 2.101 and FAR 3.104

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Goals and Impact [Describe what is being proposed and what difference it will make (qualitatively and quantitatively) if successful. Describe the innovative aspects of the project in the context of existing capabilities and approaches, clearly delineating the relationship of this work to any other projects from the past and present.] Technical Approach [Provide answers to the following questions:

· What is the proposed work attempting to accomplish or do?

· How is the work performed today (what is the state of the art or practice), and what are the limitations?

· What is new in your approach, and why do you think it will be successful?

· How would the DoD testing community implement the proposed approach/work?

· How much will it cost (rough order of magnitude), and how long will it take?

Outline and address technical challenges inherent in the approach and possible solutions for overcoming potential problems. Provide appropriate measurable milestones (quantitative if possible) at intermediate stages of the project to demonstrate progress and a plan for achieving the milestones.] Capabilities/Management Plan [Provide a brief summary of the expertise of the team, including subawardees and key personnel. While teaming arrangements do not need to be finalized at the time of abstract submission, mention of potential teaming/collaboration arrangements is highly encouraged. Identify a principal investigator for the project and include a description of the team’s organization, including roles and responsibilities.] Bibliography [Provide a brief (no more than 2 pages) bibliography with links to relevant papers, references, reports, etc.]