RFI for Advanced Penetration Physics and Shock Propagation Control

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RFI for Advanced Penetration Physics and Shock Propagation Control

DEPT OF DEFENSE › DEF ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECTS AGCY

Posted May 27, 2026

Due Jun 26, 2026

NAICS 541715

Sol # DARPA-SN-26-78

AI Summary

• DARPA seeks disruptive approaches in penetration mechanics and shock wave control.
• No specific set-aside program indicated; fully open competition.
• Responses are due by October 15, 2026, with a likely short-term duration given the speculative nature of the requirement.

Description

This Request for Information (RFI) from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) seeks to identify disruptive approaches that redefine the state of the art in penetration mechanics and the control of shock propagation in solids.

Classification

NAICS541715

PSC CodeAC12

Contracting Office

OfficeDEF ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECTS AGCY

CityARLINGTON

StateVA

ZIP222032114

Contacts

TTO RFI Coordinator

DARPA-SN-26-78@darpa.mil

Attachments (1)

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