CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY LONG BEACH RESEARCH FOUNDATION

California State University Long Beach Research Foundation specializes in applied research and workforce development services rooted in academic rigor and technical expertise. Their core capabilities include mechanical testing of advanced composite materials, curriculum design for emerging transportation technologies, and targeted recruitment support for federal science and engineering roles. The foundation leverages university-grade laboratories and faculty expertise to deliver high-fidelity materials characterization, systems analysis, and professional training programs tailored to mission-critical federal needs. Key differentiators include access to accredited testing facilities, multidisciplinary research teams, and a proven ability to translate academic innovation into actionable government solutions, particularly in aerospace and transportation domains. The organization has delivered services to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the Department of Transportation, and the Department of the Interior, demonstrating adaptability across high-technology and public infrastructure missions. For NASA, they conduct mechanical testing of composite structures critical to spacecraft and launch systems. For the Department of Transportation, they design and implement professional development frameworks aimed at building workforce readiness for connected and automated transportation systems. With the Department of the Interior, they provide specialized recruitment services to support scientific and technical staffing needs. Their primary focus lies in NAICS 611310 (colleges and universities) and 611430 (professional and management development training), positioning them as a bridge between higher education and federal technical workforce development. They specialize in STEM workforce pipelines, materials testing, and competency-based training for next-generation infrastructure systems. As a non-profit research foundation affiliated with California State University, Long Beach, the entity operates as an academic support organization with no federal certifications. Located in Long Beach, California, they serve federal clients through research partnerships and institutional contracting, leveraging their university ecosystem to deliver scalable, evidence-based solutions to national challenges.