Bid guide
How to bid on Synchronized Persistent Army Experimentation (SPARX) with the Dept of the Army
What the Army is buying and why it matters to you
The Department of the Army is seeking information from industry partners about new technologies for its Synchronized Persistent Army Experimentation (SPARX) program. This initiative aims to identify novel technology capabilities to help the Army achieve its modernization goals. It provides a structured way for companies to submit details about their products and technologies for consideration in various controlled and operationally relevant experimentation environments.
This is an ongoing Request for Information (RFI), not a contract opportunity. The Army wants to match industry technologies with relevant experiments as part of the Transformation and Training Command (T2COM) campaign of learning. Your submission could lead to your technology being invited to an Army experimentation event, offering a chance to demonstrate its capabilities in a realistic setting.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This RFI was published on February 25, 2026, and the submission deadline is April 14, 2030, at 4:00 PM ET. Submissions may be sent at any time while this notice is open. If an event submission window has closed for a fiscal year, your technology submission will be considered for the following fiscal year.
After submission, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from T2COM will review your technology overview. The Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) will inform you if your technology has been aligned to any experimentation event. If invited, an event planner will coordinate all requirements for participation, which may include further documentation like a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) or proof of liability insurance.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for companies with innovative technologies that align with the Army's modernization goals. It is particularly relevant for firms in the professional services category that develop advanced or applied technologies. The SPARX process serves as the principal entry point for industry partners to provide information for Army experimentation.
This is a chance for technology developers to get their innovations in front of Army planners and potentially participate in real-world experiments, even though it is not a direct procurement opportunity.
How to respond to this RFI
To respond, you need to submit a SPARX Technology Overview document. This document will also serve as your submission for any aligned Army experimentation event. It is crucial to note that you should not submit any proprietary information.
Submissions of the SPARX Technology Overview documents should be sent via email to [email protected]. You can access the original source of the opportunity on the portal by clicking the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though this is not always required.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Since this is an RFI, focus on clearly and concisely describing your technology's capabilities and how it addresses Army modernization goals. Ensure your submission is easy to understand for Subject Matter Experts from various backgrounds. Remember to avoid including any proprietary information, as explicitly stated by the Army.
Carefully review the SPARX Technology Overview attachment to ensure you provide all requested information. Highlight how your technology offers novel capabilities and how it could contribute to convergence effects across all domains (air, land, sea, space, and cyberspace). Even though this is not a proposal, a well-structured and informative overview will increase the chances of your technology being aligned with an experimentation event.
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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