Solicitation - Biometric Suite for Improved Virtual Reality Studies

The Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), has issued a solicitation for a Biometric Suite aimed at enhancing virtual reality research. This contract opportunity is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 334310, targeting businesses capable of providing advanced biometric technologies to improve virtual reality studies. The solicitation number is NB671020-26-01979, with the posting date of June 15, 2026, and a response deadline of June 29, 2026. The work is to be performed in Boulder, Colorado, and is managed through the NIST office located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Interested small businesses are encouraged to submit their proposals by the specified deadline to be considered for this project. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Daniel Kent, who can be reached via email or phone for any inquiries. The solicitation documents and additional information are available through the official contracting portal. This opportunity emphasizes innovation in biometric applications within virtual reality, aiming to support improved research outcomes in this emerging field.