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Biological Technologies

Federal funding opportunity HR001126S0003 from DARPA - Biological Technologies Office (Department of Defense).

Apply on Grants.gov →Application closes September 30, 2026

Posted: October 1, 2025
Closes: September 30, 2026
Cost sharing: No
Instrument: Cooperative Agreement, Other, Procurement Contract
Assistance listing: 12.910
Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Archives: October 30, 2026

Program funding history

Awards made under Assistance Listing 12.910 across FY2024–FY2026, from public federal spending records.

FY2024 obligated: $286.8M
FY2025 obligated: $211.1M
FY2026 (to date) obligated: $168.8M
Awards in window: 538

Top recipients: Clemson University, Regents of the University of Michigan, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, The Leland Stanford Junior University, University of Southern California

Source: USAspending.gov · refreshed August 2026

Synopsis

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Biological Technologies Office (BTO) is soliciting proposals that leverage biological properties and processes to revolutionize our ability to protect the nation’s warfighters. Specifically excluded is research that primarily results in evolutionary improvements to the existing state of practice.

Who can apply

Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

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.

How to apply

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Agency contact: DARPA - Biological Technologies Office · [email protected] · 571-218-4963

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