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Specialized Technical Consulting for Emerging Technology

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Response Deadline10/31/2026, 03:59:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity is issued by the National Science Foundation's Directorate for Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships to provide specialized technical consulting for prime contractors working on NSF TIP X-Labs projects. The primary objective is to identify and resolve technical bottlenecks within emerging technology sectors by delivering expert analysis and strategic technical roadmaps designed to facilitate scientific breakthroughs. The project is categorized under NAICS code 541620 and will be performed in Alexandria, Virginia. Interested parties must submit their responses by October 31, 2026, following the posting date of September 16, 2026.

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NSF TIP X-Labs technical consulting for emerging technology bottlenecks in Alexandria, Virginia.

Agency

National Science Foundation → Directorate For Technology, Innovation, & PartnershipsView Agency

NAICS

541620 - Environmental Consulting ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

Alexandria, VA, 22314, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of NSF-XLABS-RFI-SEP2026.

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

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Request for Information (RFI): Identifying the Next Generation of NSF X-Labs Topics

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PostedSep 16

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Response DeadlineOct 31

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10/31/2026, 03:59:00 AM UTCin about 1 month

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AgencyNational Science Foundation → Directorate For Technology, Innovation, & Partnerships

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Provides specialized technical consulting for prime contractors on NSF TIP X-Labs projects. Identifies and solves specific technical bottlenecks within emerging technology sectors. Delivers expert analysis and strategic technical roadmaps to facilitate scientific breakthroughs.

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