National Science Foundation Broad Agency Announcement

The National Science Foundation (NSF) plans to issue a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) around December 10, 2020, through the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics. This solicitation, identified as NSFBAA21-0001, is intended to invite proposals from a broad range of entities including researchers, for-profit organizations, institutes of higher education, and small businesses. Eligible offerors must have an active registration on www.sam.gov to be considered for award, emphasizing inclusivity and wide participation. The announcement serves as a critical opportunity for qualified participants to engage with NSF projects under the specified solicitation terms. The contract originates from the Division of Acquisition and Cooperative Support within NSF and is categorized under the NAICS code 541720, which relates to research and development in the social sciences and humanities. The contracting office is based in Alexandria, Virginia. Interested parties are directed not to submit inquiries at this time, and a designated point of contact, Keith Boyea, is provided for future communication. This planned BAA represents a strategic effort by NSF to expand collaborations and support innovative research initiatives through transparent and accessible solicitation procedures.