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Research Institution Partner (STTR)

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SBIR / STTR

Response Deadline09/30/2027, 04:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity is for a Research Institution Partner to support small business primes on ARPA-H projects under the Department of Health and Human Services. The selected partner will be responsible for performing core scientific research, data analysis, and technical development, including laboratory testing, prototyping, and academic validation of health-related technologies. Key deliverables include research data, technical reports, and prototypes as specified by the BAA topic, with a requirement for the partner to maintain necessary laboratory facilities and Institutional Review Board approvals. The project falls under NAICS code 541715 and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside in accordance with SBIR/STTR mandates for organizations with fewer than 500 employees. The solicitation was posted on June 11, 2026, with a response deadline of September 30, 2027.

General Info

Research Institution Partner to provide scientific research and technical development for ARPA-H projects.

Agency

Department of Health and Human Services → Arpa-HView 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 ARPA-H 01.

The full solicitation package (6 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Development of an annual test to inform women about their future fertility

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PostedJun 11

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Response DeadlineSep 30

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AgencyDepartment of Health and Human Services → Arpa-H

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Performs core scientific research, data analysis, and technical development for small business primes on ARPA-H (HHS) STTR projects. Conducts technical research, laboratory testing, prototyping, and academic validation of health-related technology. Requires laboratory facilities and Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals. Delivers research data, technical reports, and prototypes as defined by the BAA topic.

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