5G O-RAN and TSN Performance Testing & Evaluation

The contract involves conducting a comprehensive technical performance evaluation of 5G Open Radio Access Network and Time-Sensitive Networking systems for Vehicle-to-Everything research applications. This includes end-to-end responsibilities such as developing test plans, executing controlled performance assessments, analyzing collected data, and producing detailed reports that document system behavior under real-world conditions. The work is focused on validating the interoperability, latency, reliability, and scalability of these communication technologies in support of next-generation connected vehicle ecosystems. All activities must align with defined research objectives and technical specifications provided by the National Institute of Standards and Technology. This subcontract is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under SBA guidelines, with the NAICS code 541380 indicating it falls under scientific research and development services. The place of performance is specified as Gaithersburg, Maryland, with a response deadline of May 8, 2026, and the solicitation was posted on May 4, 2026. Performance is expected to meet rigorous scientific and technical standards under the oversight of the Department of Commerce’s NIST division, with deliverables designed to inform future standards and operational frameworks for 5G-enabled V2X communications.