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Scientific, Technical, and Engineering Support Services (STESS) IDIQ

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The Department of Commerce, specifically the AD for Laboratory Programs, is forecasting a single indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract for Scientific, Technical, and Engineering Support Services (STESS). This contract aims to secure professional support for a wide range of research initiatives, spanning from basic scientific requirements to highly complex and in-depth technical needs. This opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 541690. The primary place of performance for these services will be located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Interested parties can find further information through the Department of Commerce procurement forecasts.

General Info

Commerce seeks small business STESS support for research initiatives in Gaithersburg, Maryland.

Agency

Department Of Commerce → AD for Laboratory Programs

NAICS

541690 - Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services

Place of Performance

GAITHERSBURG, MD

Set-Aside

SBA

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PostedNov 16

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AgencyDepartment Of Commerce → AD for Laboratory Programs

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Commerce → AD for Laboratory Programs

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William Clark

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The Government has a requirement for a single indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract to provide scientific, technical and engineering support services to conduct research in support of on-going programs which range from basic scientific requirements to in-depth and complex scientific requirements.

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