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Nanotechnology R&D Services

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Response Deadline09/08/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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Agency

Department Of Health And Human Services → Advanced Research Projects Agency For Health (arpa-H)View Agency

NAICS

541713 - Research and Development in NanotechnologyView NAICS

Place of Performance

77416, DC, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 75N992-26-SS-106.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Py-GC/MS for Micro- and Nanoplastic Analysis

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PostedAug 24

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Response DeadlineSep 8

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Performs nanotechnology research and development for prime contractors on government material analysis projects. Conducts R&D experiments and develops new methodologies for analyzing plastics at the nano-scale using clean-room facilities and nano-scale instruments. Executes control experiments to ensure sample integrity. Delivers R&D reports, validated methodologies, and experimental data.

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