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Response Deadline08/07/2026, 03:30:00 PM UTC

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Auburn University is inviting Small Business and Small Disadvantaged Business subcontractors to participate in supply, service, or logistics roles under a contract set to close on August 7, 2026, with responses due by 3:30 PM Eastern Time. The opportunity is linked to NAICS code 541715, which pertains to research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. While participation by SB and SDB firms is strongly encouraged, it is not a mandatory requirement. The solicitation is open to all interested parties and is posted through Auburn University’s public procurement portal, with no specific place of performance or point of contact details provided. The contract does not carry a formal set-aside classification, and all submissions must be made through the designated online platform prior to the deadline.

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Auburn University invites SB/SDB subcontractors for science R&D roles until August 7, 2026, via online portal.

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Alabama → Auburn UniversityView Agency

NAICS

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

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Not specified

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PostedJul 31

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Response DeadlineAug 7

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08/07/2026, 03:30:00 PM UTCin 5 days

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Opportunity for Small Business (SB) and Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) subcontractors to participate in supply, service, or logistics roles; encouraged but not mandated.

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