Export Control Compliance (ITAR/EAR) Consulting

The contract seeks specialized advisory services to ensure full compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR), focusing on the management and control of technology and research outputs subject to these export control frameworks. The work is intended to support the Department of Energy’s contractor, Oak Ridge National Laboratory operated by UT-Battelle LLC, in maintaining rigorous adherence to U.S. export laws, particularly in environments involving sensitive technical data and dual-use items. The contractor must possess demonstrated expertise in navigating the complex interplay between ITAR and EAR requirements, providing guidance on classification, licensing, employee training, internal audits, and documentation procedures to mitigate compliance risks. The subcontract is targeted to a service provider capable of delivering timely, actionable compliance strategies tailored to the unique research and development context of a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory. Performance will be centered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, with all compliance activities expected to align with federal standards and DOE directives. Interested parties must submit responses by the deadline of July 30, 2026, and the work will fall under NAICS code 541611 for management, scientific, and technical consulting services. The requirement underscores the critical need for expert consultation in safeguarding federally funded technological innovations from unauthorized access or transfer, ensuring national security and regulatory integrity.