Advanced Reserve Power Source Technologies

During pre-release, until the topic opens on Oct 28, 2026, you may contact the topic author directly with technical questions. After that, questions go through the Topic Q&A on DSIP.

The technology within this topic is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), 22 CFR Parts 120-130, which controls the export and import of defense-related material and services, including export of sensitive technical data, or the Export Administration Regulation (EAR), 15 CFR Parts 730-774, which controls dual use items. Offerors must disclose any proposed use of foreign nationals (FNs), their country(ies) of origin, the type of visa or work permit possessed, and the statement of work (SOW) tasks intended for accomplishment by the FN(s) in accordance with section 3.5 of the Announcement. Offerors are advised foreign nationals proposed to perform on this topic may be restricted due to the technical data under US Export Control Laws. Develop and demonstrate advanced power source technologies capable of meeting weapon requirements with specific energy and power equal to or greater than current reserve battery technologies.

The full objective, description, Phase I, II and III requirements and evaluation criteria are in the official topic on DSIP.