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Prototype X-undulator Vacuum Chamber

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6-B170-Q-00366-00Federal

Response Deadline08/14/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract is for the development of a Prototype X-undulator Vacuum Chamber under solicitation number 6-B170-Q-00366-00, issued by Argonne National Laboratory as a Department of Energy contractor. The opportunity is open for responses until August 14, 2026, at 10:00 PM Eastern Time, with the solicitation posted on July 31, 2026. It is classified as a combined solicitation under NAICS code 54171, which pertains to research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. The primary point of contact is Michael Oprondek, reachable via email at moprondek@anl.gov or phone at 630-252-7069, with the office located in Lemont, Illinois, 60439. Performance location details are not specified, and there is no set-aside designation indicated for small businesses or other categories.

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Prototype X-undulator vacuum chamber development under DOE contract 6-B170-Q-00366-00, response deadline August 14, 2026.

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Department Of Energy → Argonne National Labor - DOE ContractorView Agency

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54171View NAICS

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IL

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PostedJul 31

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AgencyDepartment Of Energy → Argonne National Labor - DOE Contractor

Contacts1 person available

OfficeLemont, IL, 60439, USA

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Compliance & Regulatory Strategy (Energy Tech Focus)The contract entails providing expert guidance on regulatory pathways, safety standards, and policy alignment for advanced energy technologies, with a specific focus on grid integration, emissions management, and materials handling. The goal is to ensure that all technical developments and operational approaches comply with federal requirements and fully support the mission objectives of the Department of Energy. Work under this subcontract will require deep technical knowledge of energy systems and regulatory frameworks to navigate complex compliance landscapes and facilitate timely deployment of innovative energy solutions. Performance of this contract is centered in Lemont, Illinois, with a deadline for submissions set for October 30, 2026. Classified under NAICS code 541620, it falls under professional services related to scientific and technical consulting, and is administered by Argonne National Laboratory as a DOE contractor. There is no set-aside designation specified, and the opportunity is open to qualified subcontractors capable of delivering strategic regulatory advisory services aligned with federal energy priorities. All deliverables must be designed to enhance regulatory certainty, mitigate compliance risks, and synchronize technological advancement with national energy policy goals.

Environmental Consulting Services

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Mentorship & Technical CoachingThe contract is for providing one-on-one technical mentorship and coaching to innovators focused on executing advanced projects in specialized domains such as battery technology and artificial intelligence, with an emphasis on effectively utilizing resources available through national laboratories. The work requires deep technical expertise and the ability to guide practitioners through complex development challenges, ensuring alignment with cutting-edge research capabilities and practical implementation strategies. Mentors are expected to support participants in navigating technical roadblocks, refining methodologies, and accelerating innovation cycles through direct, personalized engagement. This subcontract is issued by Argonne National Laboratory, a Department of Energy contractor, with the place of performance located in Lemont, Illinois, zip code 60439. The solicitation was posted on July 21, 2026, and responses are due by October 30, 2026. The NAICS code 611710 indicates the work falls under miscellaneous business support services, specifically related to technical training and professional development. While no set-aside provisions are specified, bidders should be prepared to demonstrate proven experience in technical mentorship, domain-specific knowledge, and prior engagement with national lab ecosystems to qualify for this opportunity.

Educational Support Services

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Technical Feasibility & R&D Support ServicesArgonne National Laboratory, as a Department of Energy contractor, is seeking specialized R&D support services to advance early-stage technologies through lab testing, prototyping, materials analysis, and computational modeling under a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement framework. The contract is structured as a subcontract with a response deadline of October 30, 2026, and is categorized under NAICS code 541715 for research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. Work is to be performed primarily at Argonne’s facility in Lemont, Illinois, 60439, and the effort will focus on validating the technical feasibility of innovative technologies through rigorous scientific and engineering support. The scope requires deep expertise in experimental and modeling techniques to transition promising concepts toward proof-of-concept stages, with all activities governed by CRADA principles to facilitate collaboration and intellectual property alignment between the contractor and the national laboratory.

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

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Market & Commercialization Strategy AdvisoryThe contract seeks a subcontractor to provide market analysis and commercialization strategy services for deep technology innovations aligned with the Department of Energy’s mission priorities. The work will center on conducting customer discovery, mapping the competitive landscape, and preparing innovations for investor engagement, ensuring that emerging technologies are positioned for successful market entry. The focus is on translating complex scientific advances into viable commercial pathways by identifying real-world applications, stakeholder needs, and funding opportunities that align with DOE goals. Performance of the contract will be based in Lemont, Illinois, with a response deadline of October 30, 2026, and the solicitation was posted on July 21, 2026. The NAICS code 541611 indicates this is a management consulting service task, and the award is structured as a subcontract under Argonne National Laboratory, a DOE contractor. There is no set-aside designation, and while a point of contact is not listed, the work requires a strategic understanding of energy technologies and the ability to bridge technical innovation with market demand, investor criteria, and federal mission alignment.

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services

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