Missile Defense Agency - Advanced Capability Concepts
MDA is seeking ongoing white papers for innovative concepts, technological innovations, prototype demonstrations, and scientific breakthroughs that could improve missile defense system elements, with industry explicitly referenced as the intended audience.
⚑ Federal contract opportunity / special notice under MDA Multiple Authority Announcement (HQ0860-25-S-0001). · Eligibility is not stated in the notice beyond applicant restrictions; appears oriented to industry and white-paper submission. · Ongoing white-paper acceptance over a 5-year solicitation window; closes 2030-05-08.
Unit fits — one characterization, each unit's own rules
| Physical Sciences & Engineering (demo) | 75 strong | technical depth: central; funds applied research |
| IPPRA | 45 partial | portfolio topic: national_security_defense (primary); social/behavioral work is none; funds applied research; eligibility unclear — verify in the NOFO; capped at 45 (limited social-science role) |
| Tom Love Innovation Hub | 45 partial | funds applied research; prototyping/demonstration stage; deep-tech content |
Description
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]
Eligibility
Applicant restrictions (federal contract). Set-aside: . Notice type: Special Notice. Organization: DEPT OF DEFENSE / MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY (MDA) / MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY (MDA).
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Proposal brief SEE AN EXAMPLE →
A one-page internal memo: fit assessment, submission requirements, document scaffold, and next steps dated back from the deadline — tailored to your project idea if you add one.
Proposal shell · Department of Defense (BAA-style) conventions SEE A DOD EXAMPLE →
Funder-faithful document skeletons — Department of Defense (BAA-style)'s document set with section headings, page limits, reviewer guidance, and writing prompts; add a project idea to get [DRAFT] starter bullets. Download as .md for Word or Overleaf.