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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, under the Department of Transportation, is forecasting a new one year contract for tire testing and characterization. The primary objective of this engagement is to perform light duty vehicle tire testing to support agency goals. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 541715. Interested parties may coordinate with Mark Totten or Small Business Specialist Michelle Shanahan for further information regarding this requirement.

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NHTSA seeks a one-year contract for light duty vehicle tire testing and characterization.

Agency

Department of Transportation → National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

AL, USA

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AgencyDepartment of Transportation → National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

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Organization / AgencyDepartment of Transportation → National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

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Mark Totten

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Michelle Shanahan

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New one year contract to perform light duty vehicle tire testing.

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