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Commercial Technology R&D and Maturation Specialists

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Response Deadline12/26/2028, 05:59:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity, titled Commercial Technology R&D and Maturation Specialists, focuses on performing research and development to mature commercial technology for prime contractors supporting Defense Intelligence Agency projects. The scope of work includes conducting R&D studies, prototyping, and technology maturation efforts designed to transition commercial technologies into mission-ready states. Key deliverables for this effort include R&D reports, functional prototypes, and matured technology demonstrations. Managed by the Virginia Contracting Activity under the Department of Defense, the project is based in Washington, DC. Due to the nature of the work, the contractor must possess either a Secret or Top Secret facility clearance. The solicitation was posted on December 22, 2025, with a response deadline of December 26, 2028, and is categorized under NAICS code 541715.

General Info

DoD subcontract for commercial technology R&D and maturation requiring Secret/Top Secret clearance.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Virginia Contracting Activity

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, 20340, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of HHM402-23-SC-0002.

The full solicitation package (6 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Timeline

PostedDec 22

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Response DeadlineDec 26

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12/26/2028, 05:59:00 PM UTCin about 2 years

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Performs research and development to mature commercial technology for prime contractors on Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) projects. Conducts R&D studies, prototyping, and technology maturation to transition commercial tech to mission-ready states. Requires Secret or Top Secret facility clearance. Delivers R&D reports, prototypes, and matured technology demonstrations.

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