Technology Readiness Level (TRL) Assessment and Planning

The contract requires the development and maintenance of a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) progression plan to advance a technology from TRL 4+ to TRL 5+, strictly aligned with Appendix 1 of the solicitation. This plan must include detailed verification methods, structured test plans, and clear readiness benchmarks that document measurable progress toward achieving the next technology maturity threshold. The work is focused on substantiating technical feasibility through systematic validation and demonstration activities that satisfy predefined criteria for TRL 5 advancement, ensuring that the technology is ready for relevant environment testing and integration. This subcontract is issued under the Department of Homeland Security’s Security Technology office with a NAICS code of 541690, indicating classification under Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services. The response deadline is May 29, 2026, at 6:00 PM, and the place of performance is Springfield. The contract does not specify a set-aside type or point of contact, and all deliverables must be produced in accordance with the requirements outlined in the solicitation’s Appendix 1, with no room for deviation from the prescribed methodology or assessment benchmarks.