This DARPA grant is for innovative research proposals focused on developing advanced photovoltaic (PV) power sources. The department is seeking groundbreaking solutions that significantly excel in key performance attributes, including high efficiency, ease of portability, robust flexibility, superior durability, and simplified manufacturing processes. This initiative aims to foster significant breakthroughs in lightweight and reliable solar energy technologies, enabling their easy deployment and widespread production. The purpose is to address critical operational needs by providing versatile, accessible, and resilient power generation capabilities in various demanding environments. Researchers are encouraged to propose novel concepts that push the boundaries of current PV technology for diverse applications.
Opportunity ID: 46962
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DARPA-BAA-09-45 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Low-Cost Lightweight Portable Photovoltaics (PoP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant Other Procurement Contract |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.910 — Research and Technology Development |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 22, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 13, 2009 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 21, 2010 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 21, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | May 21, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | DARPA – Defense Sciences Office |
| Description: | DARPA is soliciting innovative research proposals in the area of photovoltaic power sources that excel in efficiency, portability, flexibility, durability, and ease of manufacture.See attached DARPA-BAA-09-45 |
| Link to Additional Information: | DARPA-BAA-09-45 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
BAA Administrator
DARPA-BAA-09-45@darpa.mil Email:DARPA-BAA-09-45@darpa.mil |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| The purpose of this Modification 2 to DARPA-BAA-09-45 Low-Cost Lightweight Portable Photovoltaics (PoP) is to make the following changes to the announcement:
The following sections are revised as follows: Part One: Overview Information |
Jul 13, 2009 | |
| Modification 1 to DARPA-BAA-09-45 Low-Cost Lightweight Portable Photovoltaics (PoP). See attached Modification 1. | Jul 13, 2009 | |
| Jun 04, 2009 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DARPA-BAA-09-45 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Low-Cost Lightweight Portable Photovoltaics (PoP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant Other Procurement Contract |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.910 — Research and Technology Development |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 22, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 13, 2009 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 21, 2010 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 21, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | May 21, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | DARPA – Defense Sciences Office |
| Description: | DARPA is soliciting innovative research proposals in the area of photovoltaic power sources that excel in efficiency, portability, flexibility, durability, and ease of manufacture.See attached DARPA-BAA-09-45 |
| Link to Additional Information: | DARPA-BAA-09-45 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
BAA Administrator
DARPA-BAA-09-45@darpa.mil Email:DARPA-BAA-09-45@darpa.mil |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DARPA-BAA-09-45 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Low-Cost Lightweight Portable Photovoltaics (PoP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant Other Procurement Contract |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.910 — Research and Technology Development |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 13, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 21, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | May 21, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | DARPA – Defense Sciences Office |
| Description: | DARPA is soliciting innovative research proposals in the area of photovoltaic power sources that excel in efficiency, portability, flexibility, durability, and ease of manufacture.See attached DARPA-BAA-09-45 |
| Link to Additional Information: | DARPA-BAA-09-45 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
BAA Administrator
DARPA-BAA-09-45@darpa.mil Email:DARPA-BAA-09-45@darpa.mil |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DARPA-BAA-09-45 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Low-Cost Lightweight Portable Photovoltaics (PoP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant Other Procurement Contract |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.910 — Research and Technology Development |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 04, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 21, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | May 21, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | DARPA – Defense Sciences Office |
| Description: | DARPA is soliciting innovative research proposals in the area of photovoltaic power sources that excel in efficiency, portability, flexibility, durability, and ease of manufacture. See attached DARPA-BAA-09-45 |
| Link to Additional Information: | DARPA-BAA-09-45 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
BAA Administrator
DARPA-BAA-09-45@darpa.mil Email:DARPA-BAA-09-45@darpa.mil |
Related Documents
Folder 46962 Full Announcement-1 -> darpa-baa-09-45.pdf
Folder 46962 Revised Full Announcement-1 -> mod 1 darpa-baa-09-45.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | BAA Administrator DARPA-BAA-09-45@darpa.mil Email: DARPA-BAA-09-45@darpa.mil |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12.910 | PKG00011773 | Apr 22, 2009 | Apr 21, 2010 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
46962 RR_SF424-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
46962 RR_FedNonFedBudget-1.1.pdf
46962 RR_FedNonFed_SubawardBudget-1.2.pdf
46962 RR_OtherProjectInfo-1.1.pdf
46962 RR_Budget-1.1.pdf
46962 RR_KeyPersonExpanded-1.1.pdf
46962 RR_PerformanceSite-1.1.pdf
46962 RR_SubawardBudget-1.2.pdf