Milestone-Based R&D Project Management

The contract involves providing technical and program management support for a research and development project divided into two phases. Phase 0 is a 9-month initial stage, followed by Phase 1, which spans 24 to 36 months. The contract requires managing milestone-based progress, including planning and reporting on critical Go/No-Go decision points to ensure project objectives are met timely and efficiently. This work is conducted under the National Science Foundation’s Directorate for Technology, Innovation, & Partnerships. The opportunity is structured as a subcontract with the primary focus on R&D project management under NAICS code 541611, indicating management consulting services. The place of performance is in Alexandria, and the solicitation was posted in mid-May 2026 with a response deadline in mid-July 2026. The contract emphasizes structured milestone reporting, allowing for assessment and decision-making throughout the project lifecycle, facilitating innovation management and ensuring adherence to technical goals within predefined timelines.