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Cattle Run Proposers Day Announcement

Department of Defense · DEFENSE ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECTS AGENCY (DARPA) · Special Notice · DARPA-SN-27-03

posted 22 October 2026 · closed 4 November 2026 · NAICS 541715 · PSC AC13 · 4 postings

Summary

DARPA is hosting a Proposers Day to provide information on its Cattle Run program, which aims to develop and demonstrate autonomous spacecraft using renewable propulsion for persistent cislunar access. The event will allow potential proposers to discuss the program objectives, ask questions, and explore teaming opportunities.

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