MOCS Frequently Asked Questions

To help provide timely information about all aspects of the program, this page is updated periodically in response to questions from potential performers.

Full information about MOCS and the application process is in the solicitation on SAM.gov. Ask questions via the ARPA-H Solutions Portal linked below. Please note, you will first need to sign-in or register an account to submit a question.

The submission deadline for questions is January 14, 2026.

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Eligibility & Teaming Questions

We are unable to provide informal feedback on scope at this time. Please review the MOCS ISO requirements and determine if your solution can meet the needs of the MOCS program.

Please refer to the MOCS Solicitation Section 4 for details on the Pre-Proposal Discussion.

The MOCS ISO describes the criteria by which proposals will be reviewed. If your proposal does not align with the goals, and scope of the MOCS program, it is unlikely to be selected under this solicitation.

Proposers' day is intended for interested parties to learn more about the program goals and application process. Please refer to the MOCS special notice ARPA-H-SN-26-141, linked on the program webpage, for logistics details about the event. There will be time in the program to facilitate conversations among attendees and to hear perspectives from stakeholders relevant to the MOCS goals. We recommend starting with the MOCS teaming page to see who has submitted their information for collaboration that aligns with your needs.

Please refer to Section 3.1.3. of the MOCS ISO for information about non-US eligibility.

The MOCS ISO contains descriptions of accuracy, sensitivity, and specificity. These are meant to be conceptual from a clinical use standpoint and does not specify a formula for use. Please use industry standards to guide your proposal’s interpretation of these metrics relevant to your solution.

The MOCS solicitation does not contain a Solution Summary step or require a Task Description Document (TDD) for submission of a proposal. A TDD may be requested for those selected for negotiation of a potential award. Please refer to the full proposal instructions for inclusion of a succinct scope of work description intended for the review stage.

MOCS Frequently Asked Questions

Eligibility & Teaming Questions

I would like to see if my solution aligns with the scope of MOCS to determine if I should apply. Is there a mechanism to get feedback informally without signing up for a pre-proposal discussion?

What is the “Pre-Proposal Discussion” request intended for? Can I use this mechanism to talk informally about my ideas with the program manager if I am not sure I will submit?

I have an idea for a proposal that is in an area similar to MOCS or relevant to ObGyn care but does not meet the specifications for MOCS. Can I submit this to MOCS?

What is the structure and timing of MOCS Proposers’ day? Is there an agenda? Can I use the event to find collaborators?

I am a non-US entity or am anticipating use of non-US partners. Am I eligible to apply?

The MOCS solicitation Section 2 contains metrics associated with accuracy, specificity, and sensitivity for proposed solutions. How are these defined for MOCS?

There are documents such as a Solution Summary or Task Description Document that have been required for other programs but are not mentioned in the MOCS solicitation. Are these materials required for submission to MOCS?