PINPOINT_Amendment_1_Summary_of_Changes.docx

This document is an amendment summary that outlines changes made to the PINPOINT Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) HR001126S0016 issued by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). Amendment 1 primarily addresses Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance requirements, which were removed from page 15 of the original BAA and replaced with updated requirements on page 17. The amendment also updated the Amendment posting date on page 2 and modified the Volume 1 cover page to include CMMC-related questions. All changes are highlighted in yellow throughout the document for easy identification.

The PINPOINT program solicits proposals for innovative research and development of novel inertial sensors and measurement units (IMUs) for tactical and unmanned missions, with a focus on revolutionary sensor architectures that operate in nonlinear regimes. The program emphasizes the co-design of physical sensor packages with advanced, real-time adaptive control systems. Eligible performers include educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, and commercial firms, with funding available through cooperative agreements or procurement contracts under DARPA's Research and Technology Development program (CFDA 12.910). Evaluation criteria include overall scientific and technical merit, potential contribution to DARPA mission, offeror capabilities and experience, technology transition plans, and cost realism.