2026 MXO Spark Tank Special Notice

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is hosting the Multi X Office (MXO) Spark Tank event for prospective proposers and future MXO collaborators. The event aims to familiarize participants with MXO's mission, interest areas, and ongoing efforts, facilitate discussions with potential proposers, and increase the efficiency in proposal preparation and evaluation. The event will include overview presentations by DARPA personnel, including MXO Program Managers, and an opportunity for 1:1 engagement with MXO Program Managers and MXO Leadership via sidebar meetings. Some key points to consider: • The event will be held in-person only, and advance registration is required. • The registration fee is $450.00 for all attendees. • Attendance is open to individuals who are U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents, and Foreign Nationals. • The event will include sidebar meetings with MXO Program Managers and MXO Leadership. • The Capability Summary submission will assist in the coordination of the sidebar meetings.