Bid guide
How to bid on DARPA's Disruptioneering Program
What DARPA is buying and why it matters
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), through its Defense Sciences Office (DSO), is looking to fund innovative, high-risk, high-payoff research. This program, called Disruptioneering, aims to quickly investigate new scientific and engineering concepts that could benefit national security. Vendors should care because this is an opportunity to secure funding for cutting-edge research that can lead to prototype demonstrations.
DARPA will issue specific 'Disruption Opportunity' (DO) topics under this main announcement. These individual DOs will target particular technical areas important to DSO's mission. Keep an eye out for these separate announcements, as they will detail the specific research needs.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This program was announced on September 30, 2025. The deadline for this broad announcement is September 29, 2026, at 7:59 PM ET. This deadline applies to the overall Disruptioneering Program announcement.
Individual Disruption Opportunity (DO) topics issued under this program will have their own specific deadlines. It is crucial to monitor for these separate DO announcements and their respective submission cut-off times.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is best suited for firms and research organizations engaged in professional scientific and engineering research. It targets entities capable of pursuing high-risk, high-payoff initiatives across a broad spectrum of science and engineering disciplines.
Vendors with innovative research concepts that can lead to a prototype demonstration, particularly in areas relevant to national security and DARPA DSO's technical domains, will find this program a good fit. More information on DSO's specific interests is available on their website.
How to respond
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Practical tips for a competitive response
When preparing a response to a Disruption Opportunity (DO) under this program, focus on clearly articulating the innovative aspects of your research. Emphasize how your proposed work represents a high-risk, high-payoff endeavor with potential for significant impact on national security.
Demonstrate a clear path from your research concept to a prototype demonstration. Highlight your team's expertise and capabilities in the relevant scientific and engineering disciplines. Ensure your proposal directly addresses the specific technical domain and requirements outlined in the individual DO announcement.
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