Missile Defense Agency - Advanced Capability Concepts
This MDA solicitation funds industry submissions of innovative concepts, technological breakthroughs, and prototype demonstrations that could improve missile defense system elements.
⚑ Federal contract special notice; applicant restrictions apply but the notice does not name a university-eligible class · White papers accepted on a rolling basis for a five-year solicitation period · Supports concepts, innovations, and prototype demonstrations rather than a research project or service program
Unit fits — one characterization, each unit's own rules
| Tom Love Innovation Hub | 45 partial | funds applied research; prototyping/demonstration stage; deep-tech content |
| IPPRA | 15 none | university cannot apply directly (ineligible) |
| Physical Sciences & Engineering (demo) | 15 none | university cannot apply directly (ineligible) |
Description
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]
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.