We offer multiple pathways for your Technology and Talent solutions to impact national security by matching threats with real-world capabilities.
Pathways through Commercial Solutions Openings (CSO)
If your company has a proven track record of commercial viability with commercial off-the-shelf products and tech, you’re in a great position to work with us. We actively work with companies both in the U.S. and internationally, across allied countries.
You can submit your technical solutions to posted solicitations under our Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) process and Other Transaction (OT) authority - a fast, flexible way that allows us to competitively solicit proposals for DoD projects, often awarding within 60-90 days.
Open Solicitations —
Sorry, there are no open solications currently.
If you would like to be notified when new solicitations are posted please fill out our interest form here.
For more information on responding to a solicitation, see our Solution Brief best practices guide.
Read the DIU CSO Guidance
Pathways through Challenges or Commercial Acceleration Opportunities
Are you building something innovative, but it’s not yet fully commercialized? If your technology is still in development or you're testing scalability, we’ve designed pathways specifically for you.
We regularly seek proposals from both U.S.- and internationally-based ventures and early-stage companies just like you. Apply through DIU’s Challenges or Commercial Acceleration Opportunities to showcase your potential and get tailored support.
Open Challenges and Commercial Acceleration Opportunities —
Sorry, there are no open challenges currently.
If you would like to be notified when new challenges are posted please fill out our interest form here.