Bid guide
How to bid on the Resilient Disruption Opportunity with DARPA
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Defense Sciences Office (DSO) is hosting an information session. This session is for potential proposers interested in the anticipated Resilient Disruption Opportunity. It will cover the objectives of this upcoming opportunity.
This is a chance to understand DARPA's goals for the Resilient Disruption work directly from the agency. Attending can help you prepare a more relevant and competitive proposal when the full opportunity is released.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The information session webcast will take place on August 24, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Eastern time. The deadline to register for this session is August 17, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. You must register in advance to attend the webcast.
After the registration deadline, you will not be able to sign up for the information session. Ensure you complete your registration before this date and time to receive access to the prerecorded webcast.
Who this opportunity suits
This information session is suitable for firms and individuals who provide professional services, particularly those in research and development, defense sciences, or related technological fields. Any entity that anticipates proposing solutions for disruption resilience would benefit from attending.
The session is designed for potential proposers, meaning organizations that plan to submit bids for the future Resilient Disruption Opportunity. If your business has expertise in areas relevant to defense sciences and resilient systems, this is for you.
How to respond and access the information
To access the opportunity details and register for the information session, you need to click the “View original source” link on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to view documents or complete your registration. Follow the instructions on the portal to register for the webcast before the August 17, 2026 deadline.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is an information session, treat it as your first step in preparing a competitive proposal. Take detailed notes during the webcast, paying close attention to DARPA's stated objectives and any specific challenges or areas of interest mentioned.
Consider how your firm's unique capabilities and past experiences align with the themes discussed. Begin to brainstorm potential approaches or solutions that could address the anticipated Resilient Disruption Opportunity. This early preparation will give you a significant advantage when the formal solicitation is released.
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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