Opportunity Information: Apply for DARPA BAA 12 24
Apply for DARPA BAA 12 24
- The DARPA Microsystems Technology Office in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Power Efficiency Revolution For Embedded Computing Technologies (PERFECT)" 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 Apr 5, 2012 and posted on Feb 3, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 30, 2012 Important Dates Posting Date February 3, 2012 Abstract Due Date February 23, 2012 Proposal Due Date April 30, 2012. (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 Power Efficiency Revolution For Embedded Computing Technologies (PERFECT) opportunity is a DARPA Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) research solicitation focused on breaking through the power efficiency limits that hold back embedded computing systems. The central aim of the program is to develop new technologies and techniques that significantly improve how much computation embedded platforms can deliver per unit of power, addressing a core bottleneck that constrains today s embedded systems and reduces what future systems could do in the field. In practical terms, PERFECT is framed as a science and technology research and development effort intended to push beyond incremental gains and enable embedded computing capabilities that are currently power limited.
This grant opportunity is published under Funding Opportunity Number DARPA BAA 12 24 and is categorized as discretionary funding. DARPA indicates multiple possible funding instruments, including cooperative agreements, other transactions, and procurement contracts, which signals flexibility in how awards may be structured depending on the nature of the proposed work and the relationship needed between DARPA and performers. The CFDA listing is 12.910 (Research and Technology Development). There is no cost sharing or matching requirement stated in the posting, which generally means proposers are not required to contribute their own funds as a condition of eligibility, though normal proposal cost realism and allowability rules would still apply depending on the instrument used.
The posting timeline shows the opportunity was originally posted on February 3, 2012, with abstracts due February 23, 2012. The original full proposal due date was April 16, 2012, but this was later revised; the current closing date reflected in the notice is April 30, 2012, making April 30, 2012 the updated proposal deadline. The opportunity was later archived on October 30, 2012. Award floor and award ceiling are both listed as 0 in the summary data, which typically means the public synopsis did not specify a minimum or maximum award size in that particular field, rather than implying that awards would be zero dollars.
Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, meaning the solicitation is open to any type of entity, subject to any limitations or clarifications that may appear in the full BAA text. That generally includes universities, nonprofit research organizations, small businesses, large businesses, and other qualified organizations that can meet the requirements in the announcement.
Several amendments were issued, and the synopsis highlights what changed. Amendment 01 clarified that all abstract submissions must be made through TFIMS (DARPA s proposal and submission portal) and also provided a link to a frequently asked questions resource. Amendment 02 added language about the available budget for the program, indicating DARPA wanted to make funding expectations clearer inside the BAA itself. Amendment 03 changed the full proposal due date, which aligns with the shift from the April 16 deadline to April 30. Amendment 04 updated the named DARPA Program Manager in the BAA. The notice emphasizes that these changes are shown in the conformed DARPA BAA 12 24 document, with revisions highlighted in yellow, which is DARPA s way of providing a clean consolidated version while still making it easy to spot what was modified.
Administrative details in the announcement point applicants to the MTO solicitations page for more information, and a contact is provided for access issues with the full announcement. Overall, PERFECT is positioned as a DARPA R and D program aimed at enabling a step change in energy efficient embedded computation, with submission handled through DARPA s TFIMS system and a proposal schedule that was updated by amendment to extend the final due date.
PERFECT (DARPA BAA 12-24) FAQ
What is the PERFECT opportunity?
PERFECT stands for Power Efficiency Revolution For Embedded Computing Technologies. It is a DARPA Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) research solicitation focused on breaking through the power-efficiency limits that constrain embedded computing systems.
What is the main goal of the PERFECT program?
The central aim is to develop new technologies and techniques that significantly increase how much computation embedded platforms can deliver per unit of power. In other words, PERFECT targets the power bottleneck that limits what embedded systems can do today and what future systems could achieve in the field.
Is PERFECT intended for incremental improvements or more disruptive advances?
Based on the description, PERFECT is framed as a science and technology research and development effort intended to push beyond incremental gains and enable embedded computing capabilities that are currently power-limited.
Which DARPA office is running this solicitation?
The solicitation is run by DARPA's Microsystems Technology Office (MTO).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for PERFECT?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DARPA BAA 12-24.
What type of funding is this categorized as?
The opportunity is categorized as discretionary funding.
What funding instruments might DARPA use for awards under this opportunity?
DARPA indicates multiple possible funding instruments, including cooperative agreements, other transactions, and procurement contracts. This suggests awards may be structured differently depending on the nature of the work and the level of interaction DARPA expects between DARPA and performers.
What is the CFDA listing for this opportunity?
The CFDA listing is 12.910 (Research and Technology Development).
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is stated in the posting. This generally means proposers are not required to contribute their own funds as a condition of eligibility, although normal cost rules (such as allowability and realism) may still apply depending on the instrument used.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed as unrestricted. This means the solicitation is open to any type of entity, subject to any limitations or clarifications that may appear in the full BAA text. The synopsis notes this generally includes universities, nonprofit research organizations, small businesses, large businesses, and other qualified organizations that can meet the requirements in the announcement.
When was the opportunity originally posted?
The posting timeline states the opportunity was originally posted on February 3, 2012.
When were abstracts due?
Abstracts were due on February 23, 2012.
When were full proposals due, and did the deadline change?
The original full proposal due date was April 16, 2012, but this was later revised. The updated closing date reflected in the notice is April 30, 2012, making April 30, 2012 the updated proposal deadline.
When was the opportunity archived?
The notice indicates the opportunity was archived on October 30, 2012.
The award floor and ceiling are listed as 0. Does that mean awards were $0?
No. The award floor and award ceiling are both listed as 0 in the summary data, which typically means the public synopsis did not specify a minimum or maximum award size in that particular field, rather than implying awards would be zero dollars.
How were abstracts required to be submitted?
Amendment 01 clarified that all abstract submissions must be made through TFIMS, DARPA's proposal and submission portal.
What is TFIMS in the context of this solicitation?
TFIMS is identified as DARPA's proposal and submission portal and is the required system for abstract submission per the amendments summarized in the synopsis.
Were there amendments to the solicitation, and what did they change?
Yes. The synopsis describes several amendments:
- Amendment 01: Clarified that all abstract submissions must be made through TFIMS and provided a link to a frequently asked questions resource.
- Amendment 02: Added language about the available budget for the program to clarify funding expectations within the BAA.
- Amendment 03: Changed the full proposal due date (consistent with moving the deadline from April 16 to April 30, 2012).
- Amendment 04: Updated the named DARPA Program Manager in the BAA.
Where can applicants see the consolidated set of changes from the amendments?
The notice indicates changes are shown in the conformed DARPA BAA 12-24 document, with revisions highlighted in yellow. This provides a consolidated version while making it easy to identify what was modified.
Where does the announcement direct applicants for more information?
Administrative details in the announcement point applicants to the MTO solicitations page for more information.
Who should applicants contact if they have access issues with the full announcement?
The announcement states that a contact is provided for access issues with the full announcement.
How is PERFECT positioned overall as a government R&D effort?
PERFECT is positioned as a DARPA research and development program intended to enable a step change in energy-efficient embedded computation, with submissions handled through DARPA's TFIMS system and a proposal schedule that was updated by amendment to extend the final due date.
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