Intelligent Generator of Research (IGoR)
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
The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) is hosting a Proposers’ Day for its Intelligent Generator of Research (IGoR) program. This event aims to introduce the program's vision, clarify objectives, and facilitate teaming for potential bidders. The Proposers' Day will be held virtually and in-person on June 9, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM EDT in Arlington, VA. Advance registration is required by June 7, 2026.
Program Goals & Scope
The IGoR program seeks to establish an AI-enabled interoperable research ecosystem to accelerate the development of therapies for complex diseases. Key components include:
- Developing mechanistic disease models.
- Creating an AI orchestration layer.
- Designing a layered protocol architecture.
- Establishing a distributed marketplace for experiments.
The program is structured into four technical areas (TA1-TA4) and will be executed over three phases, focusing on integration, interoperability, and scaling.
Event Details & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice
- Agency: Health And Human Services / NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH / ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECTS AGENCY FOR HEALTH (ARPA-H)
- Product Service Code: AN13 (Health R&D Services; Health Care Services; Experimental Development)
- Proposers' Day Date: June 9, 2026, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM EDT
- Registration Deadline: June 7, 2026, 12:00 PM ET
- Published Date: May 20, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified
Teaming & Administrative Information
Interested parties are encouraged to submit teaming profiles to foster collaboration. This Special Notice is for informational and program planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. Attendance is voluntary and does not affect future proposal submissions. ARPA-H will not reimburse costs associated with this notice or the Proposers' Day event.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact IGoR ISO at IGoR@arpa-h.gov.