USSOCOM RFI TE 26-1 TE: Multi-Domain Joint SOF Operations (MDO)
USSOCOM is seeking information and potentially solutions related to multi-domain joint special operations forces operations under a federal contract notice, with eligibility not specified beyond the government sponsor context.
⚑ Federal contract/RFI notice, not a grant or assistance award. · Eligibility details are not stated in the notice beyond the sponsoring command; see attachments for any actual solicitation restrictions. · Close date listed as 2026-10-17.
Unit fits — one characterization, each unit's own rules
| Tom Love Innovation Hub | 25 weak | 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
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Eligibility
Applicant restrictions (federal contract). Set-aside: . Notice type: Special Notice. Organization: DEPT OF DEFENSE / US SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM) / U.S. SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM).
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