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"DARPA-PS-26-05" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
DARPA-PS-26-05 is a grant solicitation from DARPA's Tactical Technology Office that funds innovative research enabling revolutionary advances in uncrewed access to the full-ocean depths. DARPA is seeking approaches that achieve deep-sea access at a fraction of the size of current state-of-the-art autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) systems.
Key milestones include a CUI package request deadline of May 14, 2026, abstracts due May 21, 2026, and oral proposal packages due July 20, 2026. All responsible sources capable of satisfying the government's needs are eligible to apply.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Open to all responsible sources capable of satisfying the Government's needs. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The published deadline was May 21, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
DARPA-PS-26-05 is funded by DARPA. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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