Biological Technologies
Closed Posted
- Opportunity number
- HR001126S0003
- Agency
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Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
Department of Defense
- Applications due
- Award size
- Not on record
Opportunity facts
- Assistance listings
- Funding instrument
- Cooperative Agreement, Procurement Contract
- Category
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- Science and Technology and other Research and Development
- Eligible applicants
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- Other
- Points of contact
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- BAA Coordinator btobaa2026@darpa.mil
- Full announcement
Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Biological Technologies Office is soliciting proposals that leverage biological properties and processes to revolutionize warfighter protection through the Research and Technology Development program (CFDA 12.910), with an application due date of September 30, 2026. Research resulting primarily in evolutionary improvements to existing technology is explicitly excluded. All responsible sources capable of satisfying government needs may submit proposals, including businesses, educational institutions, and nonprofits; individuals are not eligible.
Proposers must first submit a two-page abstract through the Broad Agency Announcement Tool (BAAT), receive notification, and then submit a full proposal. The technical and management volume is limited to 20 pages. DARPA accepts proposals on a rolling basis. Evaluation criteria in descending order of importance are overall scientific and technical merit, potential contribution and relevance to DARPA mission, offeror capabilities and related experience, plans and capability to accomplish technology transition, and cost realism.
Award instruments include procurement contracts, cooperative agreements, and Other Transaction agreements for research or prototypes. An accelerated award option is available for proposals not exceeding $2,000,000, with DARPA committing to award within 30 days of selection notification; this option requires unclassified effort, unlimited or government purpose rights for data and software, submission of a cost proposal spreadsheet, and supporting documentation for all cost elements.
Cost proposals must be submitted using the DARPA Streamlined Cost Proposal Spreadsheet and must include traceable costs for prime organizations and all subawardees and consultants. Proposals must be valid for a minimum of 120 days. Proposers must obtain appropriate security clearances and approvals for classified submissions. The program typically awards 60 to 90 days after proposal acceptance, with faster timelines for high-priority projects.
Synopsis
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Biological Technologies Office (BTO) is soliciting proposals that leverage biological properties and processes to revolutionize our ability to protect the nation's warfighters. Specifically excluded is research that primarily results in evolutionary improvements to the existing state of practice.
Eligibility
All responsible sources capable of satisfying the Government's needs may submit a proposal that shall be considered by DARPA. See the Eligibility Information section of the BAA for more information.
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