The Demand Signal: DARPA

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Biological Technologies

Department of Defense · DEFENSE ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECTS AGENCY (DARPA) · Solicitation · HR001126S0003

posted 1 October 2025 · closed 30 September 2026 · NAICS 541714 · PSC AC11

Summary

DARPA's Biological Technologies Office (BTO) is issuing a solicitation for proposals that use biological properties and processes to enhance protection of warfighters. The notice emphasizes innovative approaches beyond incremental improvements, indicating a focus on breakthrough biotechnologies.

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