Opportunity Information: Apply for DARPA BAA 09 60
Apply for DARPA BAA 09 60
- The DARPA Microsystems Technology Office in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Dynamics Enabled Frequency Sources (DEFYS)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 12.910 Research and Technology Development.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 31, 2009 and posted on Aug 31, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 31, 2010 Important Dates Proposal Abstract Due Date 28 September 2009, 1200 PM, Eastern Time Proposal Due Date 16 November 2009, 1200 PM, Eastern Time. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Dynamics Enabled Frequency Sources (DEFYS) opportunity is a DARPA Microsystems Technology Office Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) focused on advancing compact, rugged frequency source technology. The core technical aim is to create frequency sources that can hold very low phase noise even when subjected to harsh real-world conditions, specifically high accelerations and strong vibration environments, and while operating across a wide temperature range. In practical terms, DARPA is looking for oscillator or clock technologies whose stability does not fall apart when the platform is moving violently (for example, on aircraft, missiles, projectiles, or other shock and vibration heavy systems) and whose output remains clean and predictable without needing bulky isolation, constant thermal babysitting, or fragile laboratory conditions. The phrase "dynamics enabled" signals an interest in approaches that take system dynamics seriously, potentially using mechanical, electromechanical, or other physical effects in a way that improves robustness rather than simply trying to isolate or ignore motion.
From an administrative standpoint, this is a discretionary research and development funding opportunity (CFDA 12.910, Research and Technology Development) and is open to essentially any applicant type, with eligibility described as unrestricted unless the full BAA text adds constraints. DARPA indicates it may make awards using multiple instrument types, including cooperative agreements, grants, other transactions, or procurement contracts, depending on the nature of the proposed work and government needs. No cost sharing or matching is required. The listing does not state a specific award floor or ceiling (both are shown as 0), which typically means funding levels are not pre-committed in the public synopsis and are instead determined by the scope, merit, and available program budget as described in the full solicitation.
The schedule provided emphasizes two key submission milestones: a proposal abstract due on September 28, 2009 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time, and a full proposal due on November 16, 2009 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. The overall BAA posting date is August 31, 2009, with an original and current closing date of August 31, 2010, and an archive date of September 24, 2010. That structure is typical of a BAA where DARPA maintains an open period for submissions or related actions, but still sets specific due dates for particular rounds or evaluation windows. Applicants would be expected to follow the BAA instructions closely for formatting, submission mechanics, and any rules about when abstracts are required versus optional, because DARPA often uses the abstract stage to steer proposers toward program relevance and to reduce wasted effort on full proposals that are out of scope.
For questions and all correspondence, DARPA directs proposers to use the administrative email address darpa-baa-09-60@darpa.mil (email preferred), and notes that email and fax will be used for solicitation-related communications for DARPA BAA 09-60. The synopsis also references the MTO Solicitations homepage as an additional information link and provides a point of contact for access issues: Dr. Jeffrey Rogers, Program Manager / BAA Coordinator. The full details on technical areas of interest, evaluation criteria, deliverables, security considerations, reporting requirements, and submission instructions are contained in the complete DARPA BAA 09-60 document, which is the controlling source for anyone preparing a compliant proposal.
DEFYS (DARPA BAA 09-60) - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1) What is the DEFYS opportunity?
Dynamics Enabled Frequency Sources (DEFYS) is a DARPA Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) effort focused on advancing compact, rugged frequency source technology, particularly oscillators or clock technologies.
2) What is the main technical goal of DEFYS?
The core goal is to create frequency sources that maintain very low phase noise under harsh real-world conditions, including high accelerations, strong vibration environments, and operation across a wide temperature range.
3) What problem is DARPA trying to solve with DEFYS?
DARPA is looking for frequency sources whose stability and output quality do not degrade when a platform is moving violently (for example, aircraft, missiles, projectiles, or other shock- and vibration-heavy systems), and that do not rely on bulky isolation, constant thermal management, or fragile laboratory conditions to perform well.
4) What does "dynamics enabled" mean in this context?
"Dynamics enabled" signals interest in approaches that take system dynamics seriously. This can include mechanical, electromechanical, or other physical effects used in a way that improves robustness, rather than trying to simply isolate or ignore motion and vibration.
5) What office at DARPA is sponsoring this BAA?
This opportunity is sponsored by DARPA's Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) under a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA).
6) What is the CFDA listing for this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 12.910, Research and Technology Development.
7) What type of funding opportunity is this?
It is described as a discretionary research and development funding opportunity.
8) Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as unrestricted unless the full BAA text adds constraints. Based on the synopsis alone, the opportunity is open to essentially any applicant type.
9) Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The synopsis states that no cost sharing or matching is required.
10) What types of awards might DARPA use for DEFYS?
DARPA indicates it may make awards using multiple instrument types, including cooperative agreements, grants, other transactions, or procurement contracts, depending on the nature of the proposed work and government needs.
11) Is there a stated minimum or maximum award amount?
No specific award floor or ceiling is stated in the synopsis (both are shown as 0). This typically means funding levels are not pre-committed in the public synopsis and will depend on the proposed scope, merit, and available program budget as described in the full solicitation.
12) What are the key proposal deadlines?
The synopsis highlights two major submission milestones:
- Proposal abstract due: September 28, 2009 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time
- Full proposal due: November 16, 2009 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time
13) When was the BAA posted and when does it close?
The BAA posting date is August 31, 2009. The original and current closing date listed is August 31, 2010, and the archive date is September 24, 2010.
14) Why does the listing show a long open period but also specific due dates?
This is typical of a BAA where DARPA maintains an open period for submissions or related actions, while still establishing specific due dates for particular rounds or evaluation windows. The synopsis indicates that proposers should follow the BAA instructions closely regarding how abstracts and full proposals are handled.
15) Is the abstract required?
The synopsis provides an abstract due date and notes that DARPA often uses an abstract stage to steer proposers toward program relevance and reduce effort on out-of-scope full proposals. Whether the abstract is required versus optional is governed by the complete DARPA BAA 09-60 document.
16) Where should technical details, evaluation criteria, and submission instructions be confirmed?
The synopsis states that the complete DARPA BAA 09-60 document is the controlling source for technical areas of interest, evaluation criteria, deliverables, security considerations, reporting requirements, and submission instructions.
17) How do applicants ask questions or correspond with DARPA about this opportunity?
For questions and correspondence, DARPA directs proposers to use the administrative email address darpa-baa-09-60@darpa.mil (email preferred). The synopsis also notes that email and fax will be used for solicitation-related communications for DARPA BAA 09-60.
18) Is there a point of contact listed for access issues?
Yes. The synopsis provides a point of contact for access issues: Dr. Jeffrey Rogers, Program Manager / BAA Coordinator.
19) Is there an additional information link mentioned?
Yes. The synopsis references the MTO Solicitations homepage as an additional information link.
20) What kinds of operating conditions does DEFYS emphasize?
DEFYS emphasizes maintaining low phase noise and stable performance during high acceleration events, strong vibrations, and across a wide temperature range, reflecting operation in harsh, real-world dynamic environments.
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