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Technical Research & Development Consultant

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Response Deadline10/30/2026, 09:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract for a Technical Research and Development Consultant supports prime contractors on Department of Energy Chain Reaction Innovations projects. The selected provider will perform paper-based analysis and research scope refinement for development phases, ensuring all work aligns with the DOE LEEP technology mission space. Key responsibilities include creating high-level technical overviews utilizing engineering tools and technical simulation software. The contract is managed by Argonne National Laboratory for the Department of Energy and is based in Lemont, Illinois. Required deliverables include research scope refinement documents, technical analysis reports, and a five-page technical deck. The response deadline for this opportunity is October 30, 2026.

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Technical R&D consultancy for DOE projects in Lemont, Illinois, due October 30, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Energy → Argonne National Labor - DOE ContractorView Agency

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

Lemont, IL, 60439, USA

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Documents

This scope was carved out of 6-BB47-P-00203-00.

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Chain Reaction Innovations - Energy Technology Innovation

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PostedJul 21

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Response DeadlineOct 30

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Performs paper-based analysis and research scope refinement for prime contractors on DOE Chain Reaction Innovations projects. Refines research scopes for development phases and develops high-level technical overviews using technical simulation software and engineering tools. Requires alignment with DOE LEEP technology mission space. Delivers research scope refinement documents, technical analysis reports, and a 5-page Technical Deck.

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