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Response Deadline09/13/2028, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract, titled Specialized Research and Technical Consulting, supports prime contractors on projects for the Department of Transportation's FHWA Office of Infrastructure Research and Development. The scope of work involves performing specialized scientific research, data analysis, and technical validation, including the execution of experiments, prototype development, and simulations. All activities must align with the FHWA Technology Readiness Level Guidebook to ensure the delivery of validated data sets, research findings, and technical papers. The contract falls under NAICS code 541715 and is managed by the 693JJ3 Acquisition And Grants Mgt office. It was posted on June 9, 2026, with a response deadline set for September 13, 2028.

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Subcontract for FHWA research, data analysis, and technical consulting for infrastructure development.

Agency

Department Of Transportation → 693JJ3 Acquisition And Grants MgtView Agency

NAICS

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

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Documents

This scope was carved out of 693JJ3-23-BAA-0002.

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Broad Agency Announcement: Research to Support FHWA’s Office of Infrastructure Research and Development

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PostedJun 9

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Performs specialized scientific research, data analysis, and technical validation for prime contractors on FHWA Office of Infrastructure Research and Development projects. Conducts experiments, develops prototypes, performs simulations, and authors technical papers. Adheres to FHWA's Technology Readiness Level (TRL) Guidebook. Delivers technical reports, validated data sets, and research findings.

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