HR001126RE008 DARPA MODERNIZATION PROJECT_SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE_Amendment 1_FINAL.pdf

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE HR001126RE008

For

DARPA MODERNIZATION PROJECT

REVISED AUGUST 2026

THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. This Sources Sought Notice is a means of obtaining feedback from contractors concerning the requirements stated in the attached Draft Statement of Objectives, which is part of the acquisition planning and market research phase for this procurement.

The industry input received from this Sources Sought Notice will aid in determining available sources that can meet the Government’s below stated requirements and may be considered in the preparation of the official solicitation package.

This Sources Sought Notice does not constitute a solicitation.

The anticipated NAICS for this requirement is 541310 “Architectural Services”. If contractors believe a more appropriate NAICS applies to the requirement as detailed below, include the feedback in your response.

SUBJECT: Sources Sought Notice HR001126RE008 Darpa Modernization Project

1. INTRODUCTION

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) seeks information for Architecture and Engineering Services for the work included in Attachment 1_DRAFT Statement of Objectives.

As permitted by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10, this is a market research tool being utilized for informational and planning purposes. Your responses will assist the Government in the development of its acquisition strategy for a possible Request for Quote (RFQ) or Request for Proposal (RFP), to be issued at a later date, and in determining whether there are contractors capable of completing the requirements utilizing a General Services Administration (GSA) Contract Vehicle.

To facilitate market research, the Government is seeking to identify qualified sources to perform Architectural and Engineering Services as outlined in this Sources Sought Notice and in the attached Draft Statement of Objectives. The Government is requesting responses from Small Businesses and Other than Small Businesses to assess if there is a qualified vendor pool capable of performing the required services, as well as determining if there are any opportunities for Small Business set-asides and participation. The Government will analyze all responses to determine the pool of qualified firms and any small business set-aside/participation opportunities.

This notice shall not be construed as an RFQ, RFP, or as any commitment or obligation on the part of the Government to issue a solicitation. The Government does not intend to award a contract based on this request, so quotes will not be considered.

No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this synopsis or any follow-up information requests.

Response is strictly voluntary – it is not mandatory to submit a response to this notice to participate in any formal solicitation process that may take place in the future. However, it should be noted that information gathered through this notice may significantly influence our acquisition strategy.

All interested parties will be required to respond separately to any solicitations posted as a result of this Sources Sought Notice.

2. DESCRIPTION OF THE REQUIREMENT.

The purpose of this effort is to refresh common spaces in DARPA’s headquarters to create a welcoming, museum-quality experience that highlights DARPA’s past, present, and culture.

The DARPA Lobby, DARPA Conference Center Lobby, and the lobby outside the Director’s Office are three primary touchpoints for visitors, partners, and internal stakeholders in the DARPA community. As such, these spaces provide a unique opportunity to showcase DARPA’s myriad accomplishments and our internal cultural practices that make DARPA the research powerhouse it is today. The redesigned spaces will serve as a physical expression of DARPA’s legacy – an environment that communicates DARPA’s history, celebrates its ongoing contributions to the warfighter and science, and inspires visitors to imagine what comes next.

This work will be conducted through a six-phase effort focused on Discovery & Research, Concept Development, Design Development, Construction Documentation Packet, Coordination & Approvals, and Installation.

2.1. Anticipated Period of Performance: The anticipated period of performance is a 16-month Base Period beginning in Quarter Four (4) of FY26.

2.2. Contract Type: The Government anticipates issuing a single-award, Fixed Price, or Time and Materials, or hybrid type Contract.

3. DARPA MODERNIZATION PROJECT INDUSTRY DAY

3.1. The tentative date for the industry day is August 18, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

3.2. All parties interested in attending shall submit confirmation in accordance with the requirements in Section

4.1.1. Parties must confirm interest no later than 12:00 PM ET, on Thursday, August 13, 2026.

3.3. All vendors interested in participating in the DARPA Industry Day may send no more than two (2) representatives.

3.4. Due to time limitations, all Industry Day attendees must be citizens of the United States. Note that this does not prohibit foreign nationals from participating in the formal solicitation or performing any work resultant from the solicitation.

4. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

All interested contractors certified small business concerns (please specify which type(s) or other than small business concerns, who believe they can meet the requirements described in this Sources Sought Notice are invited to submit, in writing, complete information describing their ability to provide the deliverables under this effort.

4.1. Submission Due Dates: All questions and responses for each phase of this Sources Sought Notice shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer, via e-mail, in accordance with the dates listed below:

4.1.1. On -site Industry Day: Vendors interested in participating in the Industry Day shall send confirmation using Attachment 2 – Industry Day Confirmation, via email, to the Contracting Officer by 12:00 PM ET on Thursday, August 13, 2026.

4.1.2. Response to Sources Sought Notice: Vendors interested in participating in the formal solicitation shall provide their responses to this Sources Sought Notice by 10:00 AM ET on Monday, August 24, 2026.

4.1.3. Point of Contact: The Contracting Officer’s contact information is listed below:

Contracting Officer: Dr. Alexis Shellow

Email: DMP@Darpa.mil

4.4.3.1.2. Section F. Please provide information for Section F using Attachment 3A. Section F responses are limited to one page per response.

4.4.3.1.2.1. The page limitation includes page 1 of Attachment 3A; the narrative requirements outlined in Attachment 3A, Section 3, shall not exceed one page.

4.4.3.1.2.2. Interested participants shall submit no more than two references.

4.4.3.1.3. Resumes can be submitted as separate attachments, not to exceed two pages each.

4.4.3.1.3.1. Interested participants shall provide no more than three resumes that demonstrate the capability of providing the key personnel identified in section 6.2.7 of the draft SOO, capable of meeting this requirement.

4.4.3.1.3.2. Vendors may suggest alternative Labor Categories if they determine there may be more relevant labor categories. These suggestions should be documented in Attachment 4, with a brief description of the LCAT and rationale supporting the suggested change.

4.4.3.1.4. Relevant projects can be submitted as a separate attachment, not to exceed one page.

4.4.4. Item 5: Requirement Feedback and Conflict of Interest Determination. Please provide the following information using Attachment 4.

4.4.4.1.Feedback on the following as the Government develops its requirements:

4.4.4.1.1. Does your firm have a DCAA-approved cost accounting system?

4.4.4.1.2. What additional information would you need from the Government to be able to provide an accurate proposal

4.4.4.1.3. Identification of any potential Organizational Conflicts of Interest

4.4.4.1.4. Probability (high, medium, or low) of participating in a solicitation for a requirement derived from this Sources Sought Notice.

4.4.4.1.5. Any additional comments or suggestions that the Government should consider while finalizing its requirement.

5. DISCLOSURES

5.1. Respondents are advised that DARPA is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted under this notice.

Responses to this notice do not bind DARPA to any further actions, to include directly requesting proposals from organizations responding to this notice.

5.2. Submissions may be reviewed by the Government (DARPA and partners) and Scientific Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) contractors. All personnel with access to the submissions will be covered by a legally-binding non-disclosure agreement.

5.3. NO CLASSIFIED INFORMATION SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

RESPONSES.