SPACE TECHNOLOGY ADVANCED RESEARCH-FAST-TRACKING INNOVATIVE SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE (STAR-FISH) ADVANCED RESEARCH ANNOUNCEMENT (ARA) WITH CALLS

The Department of the Air Force, specifically the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL/RVK), issued this combined synopsis and solicitation for the Space Technology Advanced Research-Fast-Tracking Innovative Software and Hardware (STAR-FISH) program. This Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) with calls is classified under NAICS 541715 for Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) and PSC AC33 for National Defense R&D Services; Defense-Related Activities; Experimental Development. The solicitation, identified by number FA9453-21-S-0001, seeks to facilitate research and development efforts through specific calls for innovative software and hardware solutions.

Originally published on April 23, 2021, and last updated on May 18, 2026, the solicitation includes six attachments detailing the ARA and various amendments. While a response deadline of March 23, 2030, is noted in the metadata, the program description indicates that individual calls within the ARA may dictate specific timelines. Daniel J. Alvarado serves as the primary point of contact for this requirement. Information regarding the program’s scope and submission requirements is detailed in the STAR-FISH ARA Amendment 4 and the updated announcement dated May 18, 2026.