13 September 2026

DARPA's Biological Technologies Office will host a HUBBLE Proposers Day in five days to brief potential offerors on a program that aims to create high-throughput methods for mapping biological interactomes. DARPA also expects proposals on compact cold-atom devices, ultra-high-Q MEMS and photonics, and mission-aware semantic ISR within ten days, while the Air Force and Navy each seek radiation-hardened power switches and a compact high-energy pulsed laser on the same timeline. One open requirement closes within seven days and eight close within thirty days, creating tight deadline pressure for bidders. The Department of Defense leads the open market with seven active requirements, followed by the Department of War with three. Vendors should prioritize engagements that address these imminent deadlines to stay competitive this week.