Opportunity Information: Apply for DARPA BAA 08 40
Apply for DARPA BAA 08 40
- The DARPA Microsystems Technology Office in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Self HEALing mixed signal Integrated Circuits (HEALICs)" 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 6, 2008 and posted on May 21, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 19, 2009 Dates Proposal Abstract Due Date and time 400 PM EST July 9, 2008 Proposal Due Date and time 400 PM EST September 9, 2008 Proposers Day June 19, 2008. (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 Self HEALing mixed signal Integrated Circuits (HEALICs) opportunity is a DARPA Microsystems Technology Office Broad Agency Announcement (Funding Opportunity Number: DARPA BAA 08-40) focused on research and development methods that let mixed-signal integrated circuits and systems-on-a-chip keep working correctly even when manufacturing and operating conditions are harsh. The central technical aim is to develop "self-healing" techniques that can detect, compensate for, and recover from problems caused by extreme semiconductor process variations across a wafer as well as challenging environmental conditions. In practical terms, DARPA is looking for approaches that increase the effective yield of fully functional mixed-signal SoCs on a given wafer, meaning more chips that meet every performance requirement rather than falling short because analog and mixed-signal blocks are especially sensitive to variability.
This notice is a modification to the original announcement. The key change is an extension of the full proposal due date to September 9, 2008 (4:00 PM Eastern), along with the addition of an attachment referenced as a "conformed BAA" document. The abstract deadline is also reflected as July 9, 2008 (4:00 PM Eastern). A Proposers Day was scheduled for June 19, 2008, which typically serves as a briefing for potential offerors to hear more about the program goals, ask questions, and better align their proposed technical approaches with DARPA interests.
The solicitation is categorized as discretionary funding and lists multiple possible award instruments, including cooperative agreements, grants, other transactions, and procurement contracts, which signals DARPA's flexibility in structuring awards depending on the nature of the work and the performer relationship envisioned. The activity is under science and technology and other research and development, with CFDA number 12.910 (Research and Technology Development). There is no cost sharing or matching requirement specified. Award floor and ceiling are both listed as 0 in the summary data, which usually indicates that specific funding ranges were not provided in the synopsis and that interested parties need to consult the full BAA attachment for details on funding expectations, phases, and potential program structure.
Eligibility is described as unrestricted, meaning the opportunity is open broadly to any type of entity, subject to any additional constraints that might appear in the full text of the BAA. The posting date is May 21, 2008, with a creation date of August 6, 2008 reflecting the modification record. The overall solicitation shows an original closing date and current closing date of May 19, 2009, which is consistent with BAAs that remain open for a longer window while having specific due dates for particular rounds or submissions.
For communication and administrative details, technical and administrative questions were directed to the email address BAA08-40@darpa.mil. The point of contact listed for access issues is Dr. Sanjay Raman, DARPA Program Manager at the Microsystems Technology Office in Arlington, Virginia, with phone and fax information provided, along with a BAA coordinator reference. The announcement also points proposers to the MTO Solicitations page for additional information and access to the full announcement materials, emphasizing that the attached conformed BAA document is the authoritative source for complete requirements, submission instructions, and program specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - DARPA HEALICs (BAA 08-40)
What is the HEALICs opportunity?
HEALICs stands for Self HEALing mixed signal Integrated Circuits. It is a DARPA Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) focused on research and development methods that help mixed-signal integrated circuits (ICs) and systems-on-a-chip (SoCs) continue operating correctly under harsh manufacturing and operating conditions.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this BAA?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DARPA BAA 08-40.
What is the central technical goal of HEALICs?
The core goal is to develop "self-healing" techniques for mixed-signal ICs and SoCs that can detect, compensate for, and recover from issues caused by extreme semiconductor process variations (including variations across a wafer) and challenging environmental conditions.
What does "self-healing" mean in this program context?
In the context provided, "self-healing" refers to techniques that allow circuits to (1) detect problems, (2) compensate for them, and (3) recover functionality when variability or environmental stress would otherwise cause a chip or block to fall out of specification.
Why is DARPA emphasizing mixed-signal SoCs?
The description highlights that analog and mixed-signal blocks are especially sensitive to variability. As a result, performance shortfalls in these blocks can prevent an otherwise functional SoC from meeting all requirements. The program aims to address that sensitivity through self-healing methods.
What practical outcome is DARPA looking for?
DARPA is looking for approaches that increase the effective yield of fully functional mixed-signal SoCs on a given wafer. Practically, that means producing more chips that meet every performance requirement, rather than losing yield because mixed-signal performance is pushed out of spec by process variation or harsh operating conditions.
Is this notice an original solicitation or a modification?
This notice is a modification to the original HEALICs announcement.
What changed in the modification?
The key change described is an extension of the full proposal due date to September 9, 2008 (4:00 PM Eastern). The modification also adds an attachment referenced as a "conformed BAA" document.
What is the abstract deadline?
The abstract deadline is reflected as July 9, 2008 (4:00 PM Eastern).
When is the full proposal due?
The full proposal due date is September 9, 2008 (4:00 PM Eastern), as stated in the modification.
Was there a Proposers Day for this opportunity?
Yes. A Proposers Day was scheduled for June 19, 2008.
What is the purpose of the Proposers Day?
The notice describes Proposers Day as a briefing for potential offerors to learn more about program goals, ask questions, and better align proposed technical approaches with DARPA interests.
What type of funding opportunity is this categorized as?
The solicitation is categorized as discretionary funding.
What types of award instruments may be used?
The opportunity lists multiple possible award instruments: cooperative agreements, grants, other transactions, and procurement contracts. This indicates DARPA may structure awards in different ways depending on the work and the intended performer relationship.
What activity category does this program fall under?
The activity is under science and technology and other research and development.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number is 12.910 (Research and Technology Development).
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is specified in the information provided.
Are award funding ranges (floor/ceiling) provided in the summary?
The award floor and ceiling are both listed as 0 in the summary data. This typically indicates specific funding ranges were not provided in the synopsis and that details must be consulted in the full BAA attachment.
Where should applicants look for funding expectations and program structure details?
The notice indicates that interested parties should consult the attached conformed BAA (the authoritative source) for complete requirements, submission instructions, funding expectations, phases, and potential program structure.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as unrestricted, meaning the opportunity is broadly open to any type of entity, subject to any additional constraints that may appear in the full BAA text.
When was the opportunity posted?
The posting date is May 21, 2008.
What does the creation date represent in this notice?
The creation date is listed as August 6, 2008, and is described as reflecting the modification record.
Why does the solicitation show an original and current closing date of May 19, 2009 if there are earlier due dates?
The notice suggests this is consistent with BAAs that remain open for a longer window while also setting specific due dates for particular rounds or submissions (for example, the abstract and full proposal due dates listed).
How can technical or administrative questions be submitted?
Technical and administrative questions were directed to BAA08-40@darpa.mil.
Who is the point of contact for access issues?
The point of contact listed for access issues is Dr. Sanjay Raman, DARPA Program Manager, Microsystems Technology Office (MTO), Arlington, Virginia. Phone and fax information are noted as provided in the announcement, along with a BAA coordinator reference.
Where can proposers find additional solicitation information and materials?
The announcement points proposers to the MTO Solicitations page for additional information and access to full announcement materials, and emphasizes that the attached conformed BAA document is the authoritative source for complete requirements and instructions.
What document should be treated as authoritative if there are discrepancies?
The notice emphasizes that the attached conformed BAA document is the authoritative source for complete requirements, submission instructions, and program specifics.
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