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ID: HQ0860-25-S-0001 • Type: Synopsis Solicitation • Match:  100%
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Posted: June 23, 2026, 4:05 p.m. EDT

6/23/2026: Shipborne Phased Array Instrumentation Radar (SPAIR) Solicitation No. HQ0860-26-S-C007 has been added. Full details on this solicitation can be found by searching the solicitation number on SAM.gov. Please note that MDA is discontinuing the "MDA_NOBLE_Solic_SN_Tracker" spreadsheet attachment; all active opportunities will now be managed directly via SAM.gov.

3/2/2026: NOBLE tracker updated to add "MDA Launchers" Solicitation No. HQ0860-26-S-C005. Full details on this soliciation can be found by searching the solicitation number on SAM.gov.

9/19/2025: NOBLE tracker updated to add "Low-Cost Interceptor" Solicitation No. HQ0860-25-S-C003 and "High Altitude Infrared Search and Track" Solicitation No. HQ0860-25-S-C004. Full details on these solicitations can be found by searching the solicitation number on SAM.gov.

8/21/2025: Amendment 2 published; the name of this announement is changed from "Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA)" to "Nimble Options for Buying Layered Effects (NOBLE)" Announcement

7/31/2025: Solicitation tracker udpated to add HQ0860-25-S-C002.

5/9/2025: Solicitation tracker udpated to add HQ0860-25-S-C001.

4/4/2025: Amendent 1 published; update to the organization email address and update to title of Attachment 1.

3/27/2025: The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) is excited to announcement the establishment of its first Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA). The MAA is a versatile vehicle that allows MDA and Department of Defense (DoD) entities to quickly pursue different types of non-traditional acquisitions under one single announcement, including Broad Agency Announcement (BAA), Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO), Other Transaction Agreement (OTA), Procurement for Experimental Purpose (PEP), and Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA). This is a competitive approach targeted towards disruptive technologies and rapid capability development from non-traditional sources. Interested parties can follow the MAA on SAM.gov (Solicitation No. HQ0860-25-S-0001) to receive notification when a solicitation is released. Inquiries about the announcement can be sent to MDA-MAA@mail.mil. Please see the attachments for full details.

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Background
The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) is establishing its first Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) to facilitate a competitive approach for acquiring disruptive technologies and rapid capability development from non-traditional sources. This announcement serves as a versatile vehicle for MDA and Department of Defense (DoD) entities to pursue various types of non-traditional acquisitions, including Broad Agency Announcements (BAA), Commercial Solutions Openings (CSO), Other Transaction Agreements (OTA), Procurement for Experimental Purposes (PEP), and Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADA).

The MDA's mission is to develop and field an integrated, layered Missile Defense System to protect the U.S. and its allies from advanced missile threats.

Work Details
The MAA process consolidates several solicitation authorities under one overarching announcement. Individual solicitations will be released as specific areas of need, capability gaps, or technical objectives are identified. Offerors are encouraged to monitor this announcement for updates on individual solicitations that will include specific technical descriptions.

The MDA is focused on technological superiority through a multi-layered defense approach that integrates advanced sensors, kinetic energy systems, non-kinetic systems, and robust battle management capabilities. Key areas of interest include:
- Kinetic and Hypersonic Defense;
- Command and Control Battle Management;
- Integrated Non-Kinetic and Electronic Warfare;
- Disruptive Technologies;
- Space-based Sensors, Interceptors, and Effectors;
- Digital Revolution;
- Radiation Effects on Electronic Devices;
- International Missile Defense System Cooperation.

Overview

Agency
Missile Defense Agency (MDA) [DoD]
Response Deadline
March 27, 2030, 12:00 a.m. EDT Due in 1367 Days
Posted
March 27, 2025, 9:24 a.m. EDT (updated: June 23, 2026, 4:05 p.m. EDT)
Set Aside
None
NAICS
541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
PSC
AC13 - National Defense R&D Services; Department Of Defense - Military; Experimental Development
Place of Performance
United States
Source
Open
Current SBA Size Standard
1000 Employees
Pricing
Multiple Types Common
Est. Level of Competition
High
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$50,000,000 - $300,000,000 (AI estimate)
On 3/27/25 Missile Defense Agency issued Synopsis Solicitation HQ0860-25-S-0001 for Missile Defense Agency - Nimble Options for Buying Layered Effects (NOBLE) Announcement due 3/27/30. The opportunity was issued full & open with NAICS 541715 and PSC AC13.
Primary Contact
Name
MDA-NOBLE@mail.mil
Email
mda-noble@mail.mil
Phone
None

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
DEPT OF DEFENSE > MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY (MDA) > MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY (MDA)
FPDS Organization Code
97JC-HQ0860
Source Organization Code
500045671
Last Updated
June 23, 2026
Last Updated By
brandi.l.lisenbee@mda.mil
Archive Date
April 11, 2030