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University Research Collaboration

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SBIR / STTR

Response Deadline09/23/2026, 04:00:00 AM UTC

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Agency

Department of Defense → Defense Microelectronics ActivityView Agency

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of DME26BZ05-NV001.

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

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Additive Manufacturing for Flexible Electronics

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PostedAug 5

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Response DeadlineSep 23

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09/23/2026, 04:00:00 AM UTCin 13 days

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AgencyDepartment of Defense → Defense Microelectronics Activity

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Performs fundamental research and academic validation for prime contractors on Department of Defense (DoW/DoD) STTR/SBIR projects. Conducts academic studies, laboratory testing, and peer-reviewed validation of technical approaches using university laboratory facilities and specialized instrumentation. Adheres to Export Controlled and ITAR restrictions. Delivers research papers, lab test results, and academic validation reports.

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