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Raytheon Missile Systems 1151 East Hermans Road TUCSON AZ 85706 USA

UEI: SLED_F6C1C42B4406CFF2

Raytheon Missile Systems 1151 East Hermans Road TUCSON AZ 85706 USA is a federal contractor, registered under UEI SLED_F6C1C42B4406CFF2. It has been awarded $384,790,620 across 2 federal contracts. Primary work spans Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology). Top awarding agencies include Missile Defense Agency and Missile Defense Agency (mda).

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Missile Defense Agency$219.5M57%

Missile Defense Agency (mda)$165.3M43%

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541712 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)$384.8M100%

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CAM ASSEMBLY, LOWER,

Solicitation # SPE7M4-26-T-330D

Solicitation SPE7M4-26-T-330D, issued by the DLA Land and Maritime Fluid Handling Division, is a total small business set-aside for the procurement of 10 units of a Lower Cam Assembly (NSN 1710-01-478-1569). This is designated as a critical application item with specific part number requirements from The Boeing Company (74A430615-1001) or Safran Landing Systems Canada Inc (74A430615-1001). The requirement carries a priority rating of DO-A1, with a need ship date of June 18, 2026, and an original required delivery date of February 24, 2029. Delivery is FOB Destination to DLA Distribution San Diego, with inspection and acceptance also occurring at the destination. The contract mandates strict adherence to quality and security standards, including CMMC Level 2 self-assessment, safeguarding of covered defense information, and compliance with the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements. Packaging must follow ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129, while sampling must align with MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system for electronic invoicing and payment. Offerors must comply with domestic material restrictions, including the Buy American Act and Berry Amendment, and submit all quotations via the DIBBS portal by August 21, 2026.

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Software Defined Radio for Link Diversity

Solicitation # MDA26TZ04-NV004

The contract seeks the design and development of a software defined radio system optimized for multi-band operation across S, X, and Ka bands, intended as a drop-in or near drop-in replacement for existing interceptor radio systems to significantly enhance communication capabilities. The radio must include independent RF chains capable of rapid frequency hopping and adaptive frequency selection based on real-time signal-to-noise ratio measurements, with make-before-break handover functionality to ensure uninterrupted communication. Precise timing is required through temperature-controlled crystal oscillation, and the system must continuously sense, rank, and schedule available frequencies within the designated bands to optimize performance under dynamic conditions. Survivability in the extreme environments of interceptor flight is mandatory, and the radio must support concurrent communications with both ground and space-based assets without degradation. The system is to be developed under a Small Business Set-Aside, exclusively for small businesses with fewer than 500 employees, as mandated under SBIR/STTR programs. The solicitation is issued by the Missile Defense Agency under the Department of Defense, with a response deadline of July 22, 2026, and a posting date of July 1, 2026. Specific communication band parameters and performance metrics will be defined after award, but the design must be flexible and robust enough to accommodate those requirements without major architectural changes. The goal is to deliver a hardened, high-performance communication solution that enhances situational awareness and link diversity for interceptors operating in contested and austere environments.

Missile Defense Agency

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about 2 months ago

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Low-Volatility, Reduced-Toxicity Hypergolic Propellants

Solicitation # MDA26TZ04-NV003

The Missile Defense Agency is seeking innovative hypergolic propellants with significantly lower volatility and toxicity than current formulations while preserving the rapid, reliable ignition critical for missile defense applications. Traditional hypergolic fuels, though effective in ignition delay and specific impulse, pose substantial safety and handling risks due to high vapor pressure and extreme toxicity; this program aims to replace them with safer alternatives that maintain or improve performance across operational temperature ranges. Candidates include ionic liquids, reaction-driven amines, boranes, and custom blends, provided they demonstrate miscibility, stable performance, and reduced environmental and personnel hazards without compromising responsiveness in mission-critical scenarios. This solicitation, titled Low-Volatility, Reduced-Toxicity Hypergolic Propellants under MD A26TZ04-NV003, is a Small Business Set-Aside, restricted to businesses with fewer than 500 employees as mandated by the SBIR/STTR program. The opportunity was posted on July 1, 2026, with proposals due by July 22, 2026, and is administered by the Department of Defense. Solutions must be cost-effective, scalable, and capable of integration into existing DACS systems, with a focus on long-term operational safety and reliability. No place of performance or point of contact details are specified, and the primary reference is through the SBIR website link provided.

Missile Defense Agency

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about 2 months ago

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Radiation Hardening of Non-Hardened Commercial Microelectronics

Solicitation # MDA26BZ04-NV002

The Missile Defense Agency is seeking innovative solutions to enhance the radiation tolerance of commercially available microelectronics without relying on traditional radiation-hardening methods or access to advanced foundry processes. The focus is on leveraging advanced packaging techniques and chiplet architectures to integrate high-performance, non-hardened commercial components—fabricated using state-of-the-art processes like sub-16nm FinFETs or Gate All Around technologies—with radiation-hardened monitoring or compensation elements. The goal is to achieve a minimum Single Event Latch-up immunity of 75 LET and Total Ionizing Dose survival of 300 kRad(Si) by embedding a radhard watchdog chiplet or using heterogeneous packaging to monitor and correct radiation-induced errors in real time, preserving the performance, size, weight, and power advantages of commercial parts. Solutions must begin with already-fabricated bare die or packaged components and exclude shielding or any modification requiring access to foundry masks or process changes. This effort targets small businesses under the SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside, with a response deadline of July 22, 2026. The solicitation emphasizes practical, scalable approaches that avoid costly and time-consuming radiation-hardened design cycles while meeting stringent space system survivability standards. By combining non-hardened high-speed components with intelligent, radiation-resilient packaging-level countermeasures, the program aims to bridge the performance gap between commercial electronics and DoD space system requirements, enabling faster deployment of advanced capabilities in hostile radiation environments without compromising reliability or mission success.

Missile Defense Agency

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about 2 months ago

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Open Topic for Historical Radiation Data Analysis for Enhanced Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) Modeling and Prediction

Solicitation # MDA26TZ04-NP002

The Missile Defense Agency is seeking innovative analytical approaches to examine long-term historical radiation data in order to reduce the burden and cost of radiation testing for ballistic missile defense systems and related space-based electronics. The focus is on understanding how microelectronics and critical components degrade over time under various radiation environments—including neutron, proton, heavy ion, displacement damage, and total ionizing dose—by leveraging archived data from satellite missions, ground-based testing facilities, historical component performance records, and past test failures. The goal is to develop data-driven insights that either justify the current testing requirements or enable a reduction in testing rigor through improved predictive capability, without relying on proprietary or restricted data provided by the agency. Proposals must emphasize trend identification across device types and manufacturing technologies, correlation between measured radiation exposure and observed system failures, and the development of predictive models that account for evolving semiconductor processes and space environment variability. Advanced techniques such as machine learning are encouraged to uncover complex, non-linear relationships between radiation exposure and component degradation. Equally critical is the quantification of uncertainty inherent in historical datasets and modeled predictions, ensuring that risk assessments and design margins remain robust and defensible. This solicitation is a total small business set-aside, restricted to entities with fewer than 500 employees, and responses are due by July 22, 2026, with the aim of enhancing the accuracy, efficiency, and resilience of next-generation missile defense systems operating in high-radiation space environments.

Missile Defense Agency

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about 2 months ago

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Potential Application of Very Large Array (VLA) over Transmission Infrastructure

Solicitation # MDA26BZ04-NV004

The Missile Defense Agency is seeking innovative solutions to enhance the resilience of the nation’s missile defense system by leveraging existing power transmission infrastructure to detect anomalous signals from unknown sources. This initiative proposes the potential application of the Very Large Array (VLA) technology to monitor and interpret subtle power anomalies that could indicate emerging threats, aiming to create additional layers of detection without requiring new dedicated infrastructure. The effort is part of a broader strategy to expand surveillance capacity using adaptive, low-profile methods that integrate with current systems to improve early warning capabilities against complex and evolving missile threats. The solicitation, identified as MDA26BZ04-NV004, is exclusively open to small businesses as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the SBIR/STTR mandate, restricted to entities with fewer than 500 employees. It was posted on July 1, 2026, with responses due by July 22, 2026, and is administered by the Department of Defense through the Missile Defense Agency. While detailed location information for performance or contact is not provided, the opportunity is accessible through the official SBIR portal, emphasizing a focus on technological ingenuity from small business innovators capable of integrating advanced signal detection methods into national defense systems.

Missile Defense Agency

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about 2 months ago

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Next-Gen Thermal Batteries for Missile Defense Application

Solicitation # MDA26BZ04-NV001

The Missile Defense Agency is seeking innovative next-generation thermal battery technologies to overcome critical performance limitations in current missile defense systems, particularly for interceptors like the Standard Missile 3, which rely on multiple discrete batteries from established manufacturers. Current thermal batteries are constrained by low specific and power density, excessive weight, large physical footprint, and limited operational lifespan, all of which hinder system maneuverability, responsiveness, and overall effectiveness. The goal is to develop a single, integrated thermal battery solution that offers substantial improvements in energy and power density while simultaneously reducing size and weight, thereby simplifying power architecture and enhancing system reliability under extreme operational conditions. Proposals must focus on breakthroughs in electrolyte chemistries, advanced electrode materials, thermal management innovations, or novel activation methods to achieve a leap in performance and durability. The ideal solution will be lightweight, inherently safe, and capable of consistent operation in the demanding environments typical of missile defense applications, including extreme temperatures, high G-forces, and extended standby periods. This solicitation is a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) set-aside for small businesses with fewer than 500 employees, with proposals due by July 22, 2026, and is intended to accelerate the development of a new class of thermal batteries that enable more capable, agile, and ready missile defense assets through superior power system design.

Missile Defense Agency

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about 2 months ago

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Event-Based Sensing Hardware and Algorithms for Navigation

Solicitation # MDA26BZ04-NV008

The initiative seeks to develop event-based sensing hardware and neural network algorithms to enhance the navigation accuracy of kill vehicles and satellites without relying on GNSS, while complementing existing inertial navigation systems. The technology will process real-time sensory inputs triggered by environmental changes or mission-critical stimuli, enabling adaptive decision-making and improved responsiveness in unpredictable operational conditions. By integrating multiple sensor modalities, the system will deepen situational awareness and maintain high precision comparable to current GPS standards, ensuring readiness for advanced military navigation requirements. The solution must be designed for seamless integration into existing Missile Defense Agency platforms to ensure compatibility with current navigation architectures. This solicitation, titled Event-Based Sensing Hardware and Algorithms for Navigation under MDA26BZ04-NV008, is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the SBIR/STTR mandate, restricted to businesses with fewer than 500 employees. It was posted on July 1, 2026, with a response deadline of July 22, 2026, and is managed by the Missile Defense Agency within the Department of Defense. While no specific place of performance or point of contact is provided, the technology must be developed with full awareness of operational needs and system constraints of established defense platforms.

Missile Defense Agency

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about 2 months ago

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Miniaturization, Modulation, and Chip Scaling of Photonic Technologies

Solicitation # MDA26BZ04-NV005

The Missile Defense Agency is soliciting proposals to advance and integrate quantum and photonic technologies into fielded radar and communication systems to enhance the resilience and performance of the Missile Defense System. The focus is on developing miniaturized, low size, weight, and power transceivers that leverage measurable quantum effects and photonic engineering to enable next-generation sensor and radio capabilities. Proposals must outline a clear pathway to common building block technologies that support direct sampling and heterodyne structured software defined radios, ensuring compatibility with modern defense sensor requirements. Priority will be given to solutions that achieve significant chip-scale integration and modulation advancements to enable scalable, field-deployable hardware. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside under the SBIR/STTR mandate, open only to businesses with fewer than 500 employees. The solicitation titled Miniaturization, Modulation, and Chip Scaling of Photonic Technologies with identifier MDA26BZ04-NV005 was posted on July 1, 2026, with responses due by July 22, 2026. The effort is managed by the Department of Defense through the Missile Defense Agency and aims to accelerate the transition of cutting-edge photonic and quantum technologies into operational defense systems, emphasizing compact, high-performance architectures that meet the demanding constraints of military platforms.

Missile Defense Agency

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about 2 months ago

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Universal Automated Control Assessment, Validation & Risk Correlation Platform for Hybrid DoW Environments

Solicitation # MDA26BZ04-NV007

The Missile Defense Agency is seeking a universal automated platform to revolutionize how cybersecurity controls are assessed and validated across its hybrid and distributed environments, including cloud-native, on-premise, and disconnected tactical edge systems. The current reliance on manual correlation between vulnerability scan results and NIST 800-53 controls is inefficient, error-prone, and consumes high-value analyst time that could otherwise be spent on risk analysis. The desired solution must operate identically across all operational environments, ingesting raw data from standard tools like Nessus and SCAP, and automatically mapping findings to NIST 800-53 controls with the flexibility to extend to NIST 800-171 and CMMC frameworks. This platform must bridge the gap between assessment and operational cybersecurity activities by validating the implementation of directed cyber tasking orders, ensuring alignment between compliance checks and real-time mission requirements. The system must enable secure data synchronization from austere locations to centralized governance hubs for holistic trend analysis and reporting, maintaining data integrity and portability without requiring environment-specific adaptations. The capability must be environment-agnostic, scalable, and designed for seamless integration into existing workflows, allowing continuous validation without disrupting operations. The solicitation, designated MDA26BZ04-NV007, is a total small business set-aside under the SBIR/STTR program, targeting organizations with fewer than 500 employees, and responds to the urgent need for automation, consistency, and real-time visibility into cybersecurity posture across the entire missile defense architecture.

Missile Defense Agency

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about 2 months ago

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Neuromorphic Hardware

Solicitation # MDA26BZ04-NV006

The Missile Defense Agency is soliciting proposals for neuromorphic hardware development to enhance the performance and efficiency of missile defense systems in both terrestrial and space-based environments. This effort focuses on leveraging neuromorphic processing to enable distributed sensing and real-time learning for arbitrary waveform generation, which is critical for maintaining radio frequency superiority in contested environments. The technology must deliver low latency and high throughput to support the demanding communication and edge processing requirements of autonomous, adaptive systems that can dynamically respond to evolving threats without human intervention. This solicitation, designated MDA26BZ04-NV006, is a total small business set-aside under the SBIR/STTR program, exclusively open to small businesses with fewer than 500 employees. The opportunity was posted on July 1, 2026, with proposals due by July 22, 2026. The project aligns with the Department of Defense’s strategic objectives to integrate next-generation processing architectures into national defense infrastructure, with the goal of enabling resilient, intelligent systems capable of operating autonomously under extreme conditions. Interested parties must submit their responses via the provided SBIR portal, and no specific place of performance or point of contact details are listed in the solicitation.

Missile Defense Agency

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about 2 months ago

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Novel Ignition Systems for multi-pulse Solid Propellant Rocket Motors

Solicitation # MDA26TZ04-NV001

The Missile Defense Agency is seeking innovative ignition systems for multi-pulse solid propellant rocket motors that enable repeated ignition using a single, non-pyrotechnic hardware setup, eliminating the need for multiple sensitive pyrotechnic initiators. This advancement aims to enhance system safety by reducing the risk of accidental detonation while improving operational flexibility through precise, repeatable motor firing capability. Current systems rely on separate igniters for each pulse, increasing complexity, weight, and hazard; the desired solution must be reliable, reusable, and compatible with existing solid propulsion architectures without compromising performance or integrity. This solicitation, designated MDA26TZ04-NV001, is a total small business set-aside under the SBIR/STTR mandate, restricted to entities with fewer than 500 employees. The opportunity was posted on July 1, 2026, with responses due by July 22, 2026. While specific technical requirements are not outlined in the public data, emphasis is placed on novel approaches that replace traditional pyrotechnic ignition with alternative mechanisms capable of multiple firings. The goal is to enable more efficient mission profiles by allowing optimized burn sequences, extended operational windows, and improved reliability in strategic defense applications. All proposals must be submitted via the SBIR portal and align with the Department of Defense’s objective of modernizing propulsion systems for next-generation missile defense platforms.

Missile Defense Agency

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about 2 months ago

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Software Defined Antenna for Interceptor-to-Interceptor Communications

Solicitation # MDA26BZ04-NV003

The contract seeks the development of a software-defined antenna for interceptor-to-interceptor communications, designed to enable secure, high-speed, simultaneous multi-node communication within meshed High Assurance Internet Protocol Encryptors operating under a Zero Trust architecture. The antenna must deliver wideband, quasi-isotropic coverage with advanced beam steering and shaping capabilities, supporting multiple concurrent transmit and receive beams while accommodating frequency hopping, band switching, and dynamic modulation schemes. It must support multiple polarization states for flight environments and maintain secure link integrity under contested electromagnetic conditions. Operating across the S-band through Ka-band spectrum, the system must sustain communication over 250 km in both exo-atmospheric and endo-atmospheric hypersonic flight regimes, conforming to a 10-inch missile diameter constraint. The design must prioritize minimal size, weight, power consumption, and cost without compromising performance or security. This is a total small business set-aside under the SBIR/STTR mandate, restricted to entities with fewer than 500 employees, and is issued by the Missile Defense Agency under the Department of Defense. The solicitation, identified as MDA26BZ04-NV003, was posted on July 1, 2026, with a response deadline of July 22, 2026. The solution must be tailored for integration into hypersonic interceptors, ensuring robust, adaptive, and covert communication capabilities under extreme operational environments. The antenna’s software-defined architecture must enable rapid reconfiguration to counter evolving threats and spectrum challenges while maintaining compliance with stringent DoD security and performance standards.

Missile Defense Agency

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about 2 months ago

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Pax Silica Artificial Intelligence Assistance Project

Solicitation # DFOP0019182

The Pax Silica Artificial Intelligence Assistance Project, funded through foreign assistance from the Pax Fund and issued under solicitation number DFOP0019182 by the Department of State’s Bureau of Oceans - Interior Environmental - Scientific, aims to establish a first-of-its-kind global platform to secure the AI supply chain through cryptographic cargo verification, AI-driven risk assessment, and expedited compliance processes. This initiative will create a Silicon Highway—a digital-physical corridor connecting partner countries—to enhance logistics efficiency and supply chain integrity by enabling trusted provenance tracking and pre-approved accelerated processing from the earliest stages of the AI hardware and software supply chain. The program is designed to build resilience against tampering, counterfeiting, and disruptions in critical AI components by institutionalizing a globally recognized credentialing system. The project is open to applicants responding by the deadline of August 20, 2026, with all proposals submitted through the grants.gov portal. The Bureau of Oceans - Interior Environmental - Scientific is the responsible agency, and while the place of performance is not specified, the point of contact is available through the provided phone number. The Department of State retains full rights to any intangible property developed under this initiative, in accordance with federal regulations. Participation is expected to involve international collaboration, technical innovation, and the integration of advanced digital tools to ensure transparency and security across the global AI supply chain.

Bureau Of Oceans - Interior Environmental - Scientific

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about 2 months ago

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AI-Integrated Biologic Development PartnerThe contract involves a collaboration with Los Alamos National Laboratory to integrate artificial intelligence-designed targeting molecules into the NanoFET platform, aiming to advance next-generation immunotherapies. This subcontract is focused on developing novel biologic therapies by leveraging AI-driven molecular design to enhance precision targeting within the immune system, with the NanoFET platform serving as the delivery and activation mechanism. The work will be performed at the Los Alamos facility with a zip code of 87545, and all activities are expected to align with DOE’s mission in cutting-edge biomedical innovation. The solicitation was posted on June 17, 2026, with a response deadline of December 18, 2026, and falls under the NAICS code 541712 for research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. The contracting entity is Triad, a Department of Energy contractor, and the agreement is structured as a subcontract, indicating the work is part of a larger program driven by federal R&D priorities. There is no set-aside designation specified, and the effort is open to qualified entities capable of advancing AI-biology integration, with an emphasis on scalable, clinically viable immunotherapy platforms.

Triad - DOE Contractor

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Animal Research Plan Development and ExecutionThe contract entails the design and execution of animal studies focused on translational research for traumatic brain injury and psychological health, with strict adherence to IACUC regulations and ARRIVE guidelines for reporting standards. All studies must be scientifically rigorous, ethically conducted, and aligned with federal mandates to ensure animal welfare and data reliability. The work is part of a subcontract under the Department of the Army’s U.S. Army Medical Research and Acquisition Activity, falling under NAICS code 541712 for research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. The project is set to commence in May 2026 and will require comprehensive protocol development, study implementation, and detailed documentation to support regulatory compliance and scientific reproducibility. Performance location details are not specified, but all activities must be carried out in facilities meeting applicable federal research standards.

Department Of The Army -- Usamraa

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Clinical Data Collection and Epidemiological AnalysisThe contract involves conducting human subject research focused on gathering clinical data related to symptom progression, treatment responses, and outcomes in patients affected by tick-borne diseases. This work aims to support epidemiological analysis and enhance the understanding of these diseases through detailed clinical investigation. Issued by the Department of the Army under the Department of Defense, the subcontract falls under NAICS code 541712, which pertains to research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. The solicitation was posted in early May 2026, with a response deadline set for late October 2026. The contract does not specify a particular set-aside, organization type, or detailed location for performance, emphasizing its focus on specialized clinical research in the field of tick-borne diseases.

Department Of The Army -- Usamraa

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Animal Research Study Design and IACUC ComplianceThis contract involves the design of animal research studies and the preparation of Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) protocols necessary for obtaining approval. It includes ensuring veterinary oversight and full compliance with applicable animal care regulations, which is critical for ethical and legal conduct of research involving animals. The contract is a subcontract opportunity issued by the Department of the Army through the Department of Defense and falls under the NAICS code 541712, which corresponds to research and development in physical, engineering, and life sciences. The solicitation was posted on May 5, 2026, with a response deadline set for November 12, 2026. While specific location details for the place of performance and point of contact information are not provided, the contract highlights the importance of maintaining regulatory standards and animal welfare in scientific research settings. This opportunity is aimed at organizations capable of delivering expert design and regulatory protocol preparation services to support military-related research initiatives involving animals.

Department Of The Army -- Usamraa

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