High-efficiency Nitrogen Oxidation (HNO3)

DOD-DARPA-DSO HR001126S0005
Posted: Dec 01, 2025 12:00:00 AM EST
Closes: 02/05/2026

Description

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is soliciting innovative proposals in the foundational technologies to enable high-rate, energy efficient, decentralized nitric acid manufacturing to protect critical supply chains in the defense industrial base and redefine energetics manufacturing in contested logistics environments. Proposed research should investigate innovative approaches that enable revolutionary advances in science, devices, or systems. Specifically excluded is research that primarily results in evolutionary improvements to the existing state of practice.

Synopsis

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is soliciting innovative proposals in the foundational technologies to enable high-rate, energy efficient, decentralized nitric acid manufacturing to protect critical supply chains in the defense industrial base and redefine energetics manufacturing in contested logistics environments. Proposed research should investigate innovative approaches that enable revolutionary advances in science, devices, or systems. Specifically excluded is research that primarily results in evolutionary improvements to the existing state of practice.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants:
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.

Funding Activity Categories

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

CFDA Numbers

  • 12.910 - Research and Technology Development

Contact Information

Agency: DARPA - Defense Sciences Office
Contact: DARPA - Defense Sciences Office
Phone: 571-218-4565
BAA Coordinator
HNO3@darpa.mil

Additional Information

Document Type: synopsis
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Version: 2
Last Updated: Jan 05, 2026 09:17:53 AM EST

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