Generative Optogenetics Proposers Workshop
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.
The Biological Technologies Office (BTO) of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is hosting a Proposer’s Workshop in support of an anticipated Program Solicitation (PS) for the Generative Optogenetics (GO) program. The Proposers Workshop will be held on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, in the Greater DC area (specific venue location to be announced on the registration website). Advance registration is required. Registrants will have the opportunity to provide teaming profiles and give a lightening talk. There are a limited number of timeslots for lightening talks, so they must be scheduled upon registration on a first come first served basis. Note, all times listed in this announcement and on the registration website are Eastern Time.