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Decentralized Artificial Intelligence through Controlled Emergence (DICE) is sponsored by DARPA. The DICE program aims to develop theory and algorithms for decentralized coordination and local inference control to enable scalable, adaptive, and resilient collectives of heterogeneous AI agents for sustained missions in contested environments, while maintaining human control.
It focuses on harnessing self-organizing systems' scalability and adaptability while minimizing risks.
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Opportunity Listing - Decentralized Artificial Intelligence through Controlled Emergence (DICE) Decentralized Artificial Intelligence through Controlled Emergence (DICE) Agency: DARPA - Information Processing Technologies Office Assistance Listings: 12. 910 -- Research and Technology Development Last Updated: July 14, 2026 View version history on Grants.
gov The DICE program seeks to develop the theory and algorithms for decentralized coordination and local inference control to enable a scalable, adaptive, and resilient collective of heterogeneous AI agents that can autonomously execute sustained long-time-horizon missions in contested environments while remaining under human control.
In contrast to small-scale, rigid, and fragile centralized orchestration or the high-risk unpredictable nature of ad hoc compositions of AI agents, DICE aims to harness the scalability and adaptability of self-organizing systems while minimizing risks and ensuring that... the collective behavior remains predictable and aligned with intended outcomes.
This approach mirrors the principles of decentralized self-organization that underpin the internet's own scalability and resilience, where robust global behavior emerges from simple, local rules. All responsible sources capable of satisfying the Government's needs may submit a proposal that shall be considered by DARPA. See the Eligibility Information section of the BAA for more information.
Grantor contact information File name Description Last updated HR001126S0010. pdf HR001126S0010. pdf Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC A1_-_DICE_Abstract_Template.
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pptx P3 - DICE Proposal Summary Slide Template Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC P4_-_DARPA_Standard_Cost_Proposal_Spreadsheet. xlsx P4 - DARPA Standard Cost Proposal Spreadsheet Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC CF_Biographical_Sketch. pdf CF Biographical Sketch Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC CF_Biographical_Sketch_Sample.
docx CF Biographical Sketch Sample Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC CF_Other_Support. pdf CF Other Support Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC CF_Other_Support_Sample. docx CF Other Support Sample Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC Associate_Contractor_Agreement.
docx Associate Contractor Agreement Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC DICE_CUIG_APR_2026_v1. 0. pdf DICE Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Guide Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC HR001126S0010-Amendment-01.
pdf HR001126S0010-Amendment-01. pdf Jul 14, 2026 03:17 PM UTC Link to additional information SAM. gov Contract Opportunities See Full Announcement for details.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: All responsible sources capable of satisfying the Government's needs. See the Eligibility Information section of the BAA for more information. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Decentralized Artificial Intelligence through Controlled Emergence (DICE) are due August 25, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Decentralized Artificial Intelligence through Controlled Emergence (DICE) 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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