Directed Energy Technology Experimentation Research (DETER) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) Open Announcement

Estimated Value: $10,000,000
Open 1590 days left New MexicoProfessional Servicessolicitation
May 12, 2026
Mar 12, 2031 6:00 PM
Professional Services
solicitation
541715
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AI Summary
This Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) seeks proposals for Directed Energy Technology Experimentation Research (DETER) for the Air Force Research Laboratory/Directed Energy Directorate. The bid is for research and development services related to directed energy technologies.
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ItemQtyUnitEst. Unit PriceEst. TotalCategory
Directed Energy Technology Research 1 lot $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 Professional Services
Directed Energy Technology Experimentation 1 lot $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 Professional Services
Advanced Research in Directed Energy 1 lot $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 Professional Services
Data Analysis Services for Directed Energy Experiments 1 lot $500,000.00 $500,000.00 IT Services
Software Development for Directed Energy Applications 1 lot $500,000.00 $500,000.00 IT Software
Hardware for Directed Energy Research (e.g., sensors, lasers) 1 lot $2,000,000.00 $2,000,000.00 IT Hardware
Engineering Support for Directed Energy Systems 1 lot $1,500,000.00 $1,500,000.00 Professional Services
Project Management for Directed Energy Projects 1 lot $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 Professional Services
Reporting and Documentation Services 1 lot $500,000.00 $500,000.00 Professional Services
Travel and related expenses for research 1 lot $500,000.00 $500,000.00 Transportation
Estimated Bid Value$10,000,000.00

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📎 1._DETER_Industry_User_Guide__Amend06_20260512_.pdf View
📎 2._Valid_Eval_Rubric__Version_2.0_.pdf View
📎 3._SF424__Expanded_.pdf View
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