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SBIR / STTR

Response Deadline09/09/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity with the Office of the Secretary of Defense seeks a Research Institution Partner to serve as a mandatory collaborator for prime contractors on Department of Defense STTR projects. The selected partner must be a university or non-profit research laboratory capable of performing at least 30 percent of the research tasks during Phase I, focusing on technical feasibility studies and providing specialized academic expertise. The role requires strict adherence to Export Control and ITAR restrictions and the delivery of peer-reviewed data and technical reports. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 541715, with a response deadline of September 9, 2026.

General Info

OSD seeks research institution partners for DoD STTR projects by September 9, 2026.

Agency

U.S. Department of Defense → Office of the Secretary of DefenseView Agency

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)View NAICS

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of OSW26BZ05-DV023.

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

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Quantum Sensor Gravity Data Production & Analysis for Maritime Floor Mapping

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PostedAug 26

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Response DeadlineSep 9

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AgencyU.S. Department of Defense → Office of the Secretary of Defense

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Performs research and development as a mandatory partner for prime contractors on Department of Defense STTR projects. Conducts a minimum of 30% of research tasks in Phase I, providing academic or institutional research expertise and collaborating on technical feasibility studies. Utilizes university or non-profit research laboratories. Adheres to Export Control/ITAR restrictions. Delivers peer-reviewed data and technical reports.

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