StartupDefense Tech & Dual-Use+ Hardware & ManufacturingNetwork
DARPA Solicitations (BAA, OT)
Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
BLUF — Bottom Line Up Front
·Five-second scanTotal time commitment
200-500 hours per BAA response
Admittance criteria
Application
Funding type
No Cash Award
Delivery mode
Hybrid
Academic backing
Strong
Best for
Startup
Eligibility
Companies with breakthrough tech aligned to DARPA program manager interests.
Award
Varies widely; often $1M-$10M+
Deadlines
Multiple cycles · Per BAA
Notes
Talk to program managers directly before submitting.
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