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Response Deadline10/07/2026, 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 perform fundamental research for prime contractors. The scope of work involves conducting laboratory scale experiments, developing theoretical models for polymer orientation, and analyzing the chemical and physical properties of 2D films. The primary objective is to deliver technical reports, feasibility data, and research findings as part of a Phase I final report. The project is designated as a total small business set aside under the SBIR STTR mandate for organizations with fewer than 500 employees, falling under NAICS code 541715. Interested parties must respond by October 7, 2026.

General Info

OSD seeks small business research partners for 2D film polymer studies by October 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 OSW26TZ06-NV007.

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

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Scalable Processing of Large Area, Oriented 2-Dimensional Polymer Films

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Timeline

PostedSep 23

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Response DeadlineOct 7

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Response Deadline

10/07/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTCin 13 days

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

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

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Performs fundamental research for prime contractors on Office of the Secretary of Defense projects. Conducts laboratory-scale experiments, develops theoretical models for polymer orientation, and analyzes chemical and physical properties of 2D films. Delivers technical reports, feasibility data, and research findings for the Phase I final report.

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