ARPA-H SSO seeks interdisciplinary research projects to overcome technical barriers in healthcare manufacturing, distribution, and access for underserved U.S. communities.
Funder: Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health
Due Dates: March 5, 2029 (Proposal submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Award size and duration vary by project; multiple awards anticipated.
Summary: Supports innovative, interdisciplinary projects to overcome barriers in healthcare access, manufacturing, and distribution, improving affordability and availability for underserved U.S. communities.
Key Information: FFRDCs and federal government entities are not eligible; proposals must address SSO mission scope.
The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) Scalable Solutions Office (SSO) Mission Office Innovative Solutions Opening (ISO) seeks solution summaries and full proposals for projects that advance the SSO mission. The SSO focuses on expanding technical possibilities in healthcare delivery by developing interdisciplinary approaches and leveraging collaborative networks to address challenges in geography, distribution, manufacturing, data, and information. The ultimate goal is to improve healthcare access and affordability, particularly for underserved and remote communities in the United States. Projects should address bottlenecks in the manufacturing and distribution of health technologies, aiming to reduce health disparities and ensure timely, quality healthcare delivery—especially during emergencies.