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Exploratory Advanced Research (EAR) Program Post-Doctoral Programs

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The Department of Transportation is seeking to implement the Exploratory Advanced Research (EAR) Program to develop technologies and innovations of national importance. This initiative utilizes the capabilities of the Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center by establishing post-doctoral programs that embed highly qualified researchers within the FHWA. The agency anticipates making two multi-year awards under NAICS code 541715, with the place of performance located in McLean. Interested parties may coordinate with point of contact Eric Brown or Small Business Specialist Ryan Mavis regarding this forecast.

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DOT seeks two multi-year awards for post-doctoral research via the EAR Program.

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Department of Transportation

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

McLean, VA, USA

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AgencyDepartment of Transportation

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Department of Transportation

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eric brown

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Ryan Mavis

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The FHWA Exploratory Advanced Research (EAR) program leverages the targeted capabilities of the Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center to develop technologies and innovations of national importance through the use of post-doctoral programs that place highly qualified researchers at FHWA to conduct work of national importance. The EAR Program anticipates makiing two, multi-year awards.

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