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Vision-Guided Robotic Automation and Digital Twin Framework for Autonomous Experiments

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Brookhaven National Laboratory, operated by Brookhaven Science Associates LLC, is preparing to issue a pre-solicitation for a research effort titled Vision-Guided Robotic Automation and Digital Twin Framework for Autonomous Experiments, aimed at advancing autonomous experimental capabilities. This initiative, which falls under the NAICS code 611310 and PSC U005, seeks to develop integrated systems combining vision-based robotics with digital twin technology to enable self-directed laboratory experiments. The effort is planned as a full and open competition with one anticipated award, structured as a Cost Reimbursement contract, and target for award on or around September 1, 2026. Interested parties must be registered in SAM under the specified NAICS code and are cautioned that this notice is not a solicitation and does not obligate BNL to make an award. The draft Statement of Work provides the foundational requirements, and all submissions will be used by BNL for developing the formal RFQ-447848, which will be posted on SAM.gov. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of July 13, 2026, at 9:00 PM ET, with inquiries directed to Ben Furlow at the provided contact information. The work will be performed at BNL’s facility in Upton, New York, with no set-aside specified for small businesses or other categories.

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Brookhaven Lab seeks vision-guided robotics and digital twin system for autonomous experiments, award expected Sept 2026, proposals due July 13, 2026.

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Department Of Energy → Brookhaven National Labor -Doe ContractorView Agency

NAICS

611310 - Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools View NAICS

Place of Performance

Upton, NY, 11973, USA

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NONE

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Vision-Guided Robotic Automation and Digital Twin Framework SOW (Draft)

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AgencyDepartment Of Energy → Brookhaven National Labor -Doe Contractor
Contacts1 person available
OfficeUpton, NY, 11973, USA
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Department Of Energy → Brookhaven National Labor -Doe Contractor
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Office AddressUpton, NY, 11973, USA
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Ben Furlow
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Title: Vision-Guided Robotic Automation and Digital Twin Framework for Autonomous Experiments


This pre-solicitation notice serves as a synopsis and is posted in accordance with FAR subpart 5.2, Synopses of Proposed Contract Actions.  This is not a solicitation. Vendors shall not submit a quote until, and/or if, the solicitation is posted to the Governmentwide Point-of-Entry via www.SAM.gov. This announcement shall NOT be construed as a commitment by Brookhaven Science Associates LLC (BSA) to award a Subcontract.  Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) reserves the right to use any and all information submitted by, or obtained from, an interested party in any manner BNL determines is appropriate, including, but not limited to, the creation of a competitive solicitation.  


Background:


BNL is a Department of Energy (DOE) National Laboratory multidisciplinary research facility, located on Long Island, New York.  


BNL intends to compete, full and open, for the research as noted in the title line above.


Need:


BNL has the following requirements:


Please see attached DRAFT Statement of Work (SOW) for required work.


BNL expects to make one (1) award.


The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 611310, Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools, and the applicable PSC is U005, Education/Training – Tuition/Registration/Membership Fees.  Interested parties must be registered under the NAICS code in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to submitting their quotes.


BNL intends to issue solicitation RFQ-447848 in support of this requirement. The anticipated award contract type is a Cost Reimbursement contract. BNL anticipates the award date to be on or around September 01, 2026.


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  1. DRAFT – SOW

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