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EdUSA AI & Quantum Technologies Initiative in Australia

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19AS2026Q0032 Federal

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The US Embassy Canberra is seeking a contractor to design and deliver the EdUSA AI and Quantum Technologies Initiative, an educational program aimed at strengthening bilateral STEM collaboration between Australia and the United States. The initiative focuses on promoting the US as a premier destination for advanced study in AUKUS-aligned emerging technologies through the delivery of ten sessions each for student and teacher quantum technology courses, concluding with a final symposium. This solicitation, numbered 19AS2026Q0032, is issued by the Department of State with a response deadline of September 8, 2026. The project will be performed in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, under NAICS code 541720. There are no set-asides applied to this opportunity, and interested parties should coordinate with the primary point of contact, Malenereynee Carr, or the GSO Procurement Team.

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US Embassy Canberra seeks contractor for EdUSA AI and Quantum Technologies educational initiative.

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Department Of State → US Embassy CanberraView Agency

NAICS

541720 - Research and Development in the Social Sciences and HumanitiesView NAICS

Place of Performance

Canberra, AU-ACT, 2600, AUS

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NONE

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RFQ 19AS2026Q0032 – EdUSA AI & Quantum Technologies Initiative

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SF-30 Amendment A0001 for Solicitation 19AS2026Q0032

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AgencyDepartment Of State → US Embassy Canberra
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OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA
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Department Of State → US Embassy Canberra
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Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA
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The U.S. Embassy Canberra requires a contractor to design and deliver the AI & Quantum Technologies Initiative - an Australia - U.S. education program featuring student and teacher quantum technology courses (10 sessions each) and a culminating symposium to strengthen bilateral STEM collaboration and promote the U.S. as a destination for advanced study in AUKUS-aligned emerging technologies..


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