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Missile Defense Agency - Advanced Capability Concepts

Special Notice from the Missile Defense Agency (mda). Due May 8, 2030, 12:00 PM (UTC-5), 1298 days left.

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Solicitation numberHQ0860-25-S-C001
AgencyMissile Defense Agency (mda)
OfficeMissile Defense Agency (MDA)
Notice typeSpecial Notice
Set-asideNone
Trade (NAICS)Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)
Product or service codeAC13
PostedOct 5, 2026
Response deadlineMay 8, 2030, 12:00 PM (UTC-5) (1298 days left)

Official notice and attachments

Description

10/5/2026: Amendment made to ACC Solicitation, Attachment 1, Amendment 2. See updated attachments. 9/11/2026: Amendments made to ACC Solicitation, Attachment 1 and Attachment 3.

See updated attachments. 8/7/2025: Amendment made to Attachment 3, White Paper Requirements. See updated attachments.

5/9/2025: The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Advanced Capability Concepts solicitation provides industry an ongoing opportunity to present the Government with new, unique and innovative ideas. This solicitation seeks innovative concepts, technological innovations, prototype demonstrations, and scientific breakthroughs that will significantly enhance the robustness and effectiveness of all Missile Defense System elements.

White papers will be accepted any time during the five (5) year period of the solicitation. See attachments for full details. [Note: This soliciation is issued under the MDA Multiple Authority Announcement, HQ0860-25-S-0001]

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