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Technical Research & Analysis Subcontractor

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SBIR / STTR

Response Deadline10/21/2026, 04:00:00 AM UTC

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The Technical Research and Analysis Subcontractor role supports prime contractors on Department of the Navy SBIR Direct to Phase II projects. The selected subcontractor will be responsible for conducting specialized research, performing data analysis, and executing technical testing to determine technical feasibility. Key deliverables include the provision of subject matter expertise, technical reports, comprehensive data sets, and prototype components. This is a subcontract opportunity designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 541715, specifically requiring firms to have fewer than 500 employees to meet SBIR/STTR mandates. Due to the nature of the work for the Department of Defense, strict adherence to NIST SP 800-172 and CMMC security standards is mandatory. Interested parties must submit their responses by October 21, 2026.

General Info

Small business subcontract for Navy SBIR research, analysis, and testing by October 21, 2026.

Agency

Department of Defense → United States Navy

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of DON26BZ06-DV088.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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DIRECT TO PHASE II: Minimally Invasive Remote Blood Collection Device for Free-Ranging Cetaceans

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PostedSep 2

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Response DeadlineOct 21

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10/21/2026, 04:00:00 AM UTCin 13 days

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AgencyDepartment of Defense → United States Navy

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Organization / AgencyDepartment of Defense → United States Navy

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Performs specialized research, data analysis, or technical testing for prime contractors on Department of the Navy SBIR Direct to Phase II projects. Conducts research tasks, performs analytical work to determine technical feasibility, and provides subject matter expertise. Requires compliance with NIST SP 800-172 and CMMC standards. Delivers technical reports, data sets, or prototype components.

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