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Specialized Computing Services (Quantum/AI)

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Response Deadline11/20/2026, 02:30:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for Specialized Computing Services (Quantum/AI) supports prime contractors on ARPA-E subsurface resource extraction projects under the Department of Energy. The scope of work involves the application of high-performance computing, quantum computing, and AI/ML algorithms to analyze complex geological data and optimize extraction patterns. To successfully execute the contract, the provider must have access to advanced AI/ML development environments or quantum computing hardware to deliver processed data insights and optimized extraction models. The opportunity was posted on October 21, 2026, with a response deadline of November 20, 2026. It is categorized under NAICS code 541511, focusing on custom computer programming services. Interested parties can find further details through the provided FedConnect link associated with the Advanced Research Projects Agency Energy.

General Info

Subcontract for AI and quantum computing services optimizing ARPA-E subsurface resource extraction projects.

Agency

Department Of Energy → Advanced Rsrch Proj Agency ARPA-E

NAICS

541511 - Custom Computer Programming Services

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of DE-FOA-0003631.

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

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Unlocking New Levels of Output and Capacity for Key Subsurface Resources SBIR/STTR (UNLOCK SBIR/STTR)

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Timeline

PostedOct 21

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Response DeadlineNov 20

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11/20/2026, 02:30:00 PM UTCin 29 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Energy → Advanced Rsrch Proj Agency ARPA-E

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Energy → Advanced Rsrch Proj Agency ARPA-E

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Full Description

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Provides high-performance computing and AI/Quantum algorithms for prime contractors on ARPA-E subsurface resource extraction projects. Applies quantum computing or AI/ML to optimize extraction patterns and analyze complex geological data. Requires access to quantum computing hardware or advanced AI/ML development environments. Delivers optimized extraction models and processed data insights.

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