Bordeaux Proposers Day
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
DARPA’s Information Innovation Office (I2O) is hosting a Bordeaux Proposers Day on March 16–17, 2026, in Arlington, VA. The event is designed to outline the technical goals of the upcoming Bordeaux program, which focuses on cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI) models, and AI hardware. Attendees will receive guidance on proposal requirements and have the opportunity for one-on-one meetings with the Program Manager. Registration is due by February 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Bordeaux program aims to address technical challenges in the intersection of cybersecurity and AI. The Proposers Day will:
- Detail the program's technical objectives and challenges.
- Provide an overview of the anticipated Program Solicitation (PS) requirements.
- Facilitate one-on-one sessions between potential proposers and the DARPA Program Manager on Day 2.
- Provide information regarding the classified addendum to the solicitation.
Event & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Proposers Day)
- Event Dates: March 16–17, 2026 (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET)
- Location: DARPA Conference Center, Arlington, VA
- Registration Deadline: February 13, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Set-Aside: None specified
Eligibility & Security Requirements
Attendance is strictly limited to cleared U.S. citizens with a TOP SECRET clearance. This event is not open to the public or the media. Key requirements include:
- Security Vetting: Attendees must submit Special Access Program (SAP) Program Access Request (PAR) forms and a Solicitation Request Form.
- Facility Requirements: Organizations intending to receive the classified PS addendum must identify a suitable SAPF or SCIF.
- Attendance Limits: Maximum of three representatives per organization (five for subsidiaries).
Additional Notes
This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation. DARPA will not reimburse participants for any costs associated with attending this event.