Bid guide
How to bid on the Expedited Research Innovation System (ERIS) for DARPA
What DARPA is buying and why it matters
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is looking for new or newly applied technologies, research, processes, and methods. These solutions should support disruptive defense research, development, prototyping, experimentation, and adoption.
This is an opportunity for businesses, academic institutions, and individual developers to showcase revolutionary solutions. Selected solutions may be reviewed, negotiated, and purchased by Department of Defense organizations using rapid Other Transaction pathways. This means a faster path to potential contracts for innovative ideas.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a long-term open call, meaning submissions are accepted over an extended period. The opportunity was published on July 22, 2026. The current deadline for submissions is July 31, 2027, at 11:59 PM ET.
At the deadline, submissions received by that time will be considered. This open call allows for continuous assessment and curation of disruptive solutions through video pitches.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for industry, academic institutions, and individual developers who have breakthrough technological advancements. Solutions should be new as of the submission date, or represent a new application of existing technologies, processes, research, or methods.
Firms and individuals involved in professional research and development, particularly those with defense-relevant innovations, will find this a relevant opportunity. The focus is on disruptive and revolutionary solutions.
How to respond
To access the opportunity, click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though this is not always required.
Submissions are made through video pitches. The process involves submitting these pitches through the long-term open call. Selected solutions will then be made available for review and potential acquisition by DoD activities.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Focus on clearly demonstrating the disruptive and revolutionary nature of your technology or method in your video pitch. Highlight how your solution offers breakthrough advancements or a new application relevant to DARPA's mission.
Ensure your video pitch is concise and effectively communicates the core value and potential impact of your solution. Since this is an open call, take the time to refine your submission to stand out. Clearly explain how your solution supports defense research, development, prototyping, experimentation, and adoption.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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