Hearing Enhancement through ARtificially Intelligent NeurotechnoloGy (HEARING)

The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), within the National Institutes of Health, is soliciting proposals for the Hearing Enhancement through ARtificially Intelligent NeurotechnoloGy (HEARING) program. This initiative seeks to advance health research and development through the integration of artificial intelligence and neurotechnology. The agency anticipates making multiple awards, primarily using Other Transaction (OT) award types, to support experimental development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. The solicitation is categorized under NAICS 541715 for Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) and PSC AN13 for Health R&D Services; Health Care Services; Experimental Development. There is no set-aside for this opportunity.

Performance is centered in Washington, DC, with a response deadline of August 14, 2026. Interested parties are required to submit a mandatory solution summary before submitting a full proposal, though no funding will be provided as a result of the summary stage. To facilitate collaboration and clarify program objectives, the agency is hosting a Proposers’ Day event in Arlington, VA, intended to support teaming efforts among potential applicants.

Managed under solicitation number ARPA-H-SOL-26-154, the opportunity includes 16 attachments such as the Innovative Solutions Opening (ISO), amendment documentation, and resources for teaming and frequently asked questions. Coordination for this program is handled by the ARPA-H HEARING Team. Proposers must utilize the designated submission portal for their solution summaries and subsequent proposals in accordance with the provided instructions.