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This Government Contract opportunity from National Science Foundation was posted on May 14, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

AI-Driven Computational Imaging Systems

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NAICS: 541715
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The contract focuses on the development of advanced machine learning-enhanced imaging platforms capable of delivering unprecedented visualizations, such as whole-brain cellular resolution imaging. This initiative aims to harness cutting-edge AI technologies to significantly improve computational imaging systems, enabling researchers to capture and analyze complex biological structures with exceptional detail and accuracy. The project is a subcontract opportunity under the National Science Foundation’s Directorate for Technology, Innovation, & Partnerships. The solicitation does not specify a response deadline beyond July 13, 2026, and is classified under the NAICS code 541715, which pertains to research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. Performance for the contract is expected to take place in Alexandria, with no further details on specific location or organization type provided. The contract underscores an emphasis on innovation in computational imaging through AI-driven approaches, reflecting the NSF’s commitment to advancing scientific technology and exploratory research in imaging systems.

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Develop advanced AI-based imaging platforms for whole-brain cellular resolution under NSF subcontract.

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

Alexandria, VA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of NSF-Topic2-FY26-XLabsSensingandImaging.

The full solicitation package (4 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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NSF X-Labs Initiative - Scientific Instrumentation For Sensing and Imaging

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AgencyNational Science Foundation → Directorate For Technology, Innovation, & Partnerships
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Develop machine learning-enhanced imaging platforms enabling unprecedented visualizations like whole-brain cellular resolution imaging.

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