Geoeconomic Modeling for National Security

Background
DARPA is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights on the current state of geoeconomic modeling for national security applications. The agency aims to understand the capabilities, limitations, and challenges of existing models that analyze economic activity and predict outcomes. This initiative aligns with DARPA's mission to enhance national security through advanced technological solutions.

Work Details
The RFI focuses on three key aspects:

1. Geoeconomic Models: Respondents are asked to provide details on the capabilities and limitations of current modeling approaches, including structured econometric models, semi-structured models, and agent-based models. Specific information requested includes model type, original objectives, scalability, performance metrics, calibration methods, and integration capabilities with other models.

2. Data for Geoeconomic Modeling: Insights into the availability, quality, and limitations of data used for model calibration and training are sought. Respondents should describe data sources, scale, completeness, accuracy, access restrictions, and potential approaches for providing access to data products.

3. User Interaction with Models: Best practices for integrating data analysis with modeling processes to support informed decision-making are requested. Key insights from operational use are also of interest.

Period of Performance
The period of performance is not explicitly stated in the RFI; however, it is implied that responses will be reviewed as they are received and may lead to further workshops or discussions.