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NAICS Code· 541713

Research and Development in Nanotechnology

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in conducting nanotechnology research and experimental development. Nanotechnology research and experimental development involves the study of matter at the nanoscale (i.e., a scale of about 1 to 100 nanometers). This research and development in nanotechnology may result in development of new nanotechnology processes or in prototypes of new or altered materials and/or products that may be reproduced, utilized, or implemented by various industries. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 541713 – Research and Development in Nanotechnology encompasses advanced scientific efforts focused on the manipulation and application of materials and devices at the nanoscale, typically between 1 and 100 nanometers. This includes the design, synthesis, and characterization of novel nanostructures such as quantum dots, carbon nanotubes, nanocomposites, and self-assembling systems for use in aerospace, defense, medical diagnostics, and advanced sensors.

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NAICS code 541713 covers Research and Development in Nanotechnology. This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in conducting nanotechnology research and experimental development. Nanotechnology research and experimental development involves the study of matter at the nanoscale (i.e., a scale of about 1 to 100 nanometers). This research and development in nanotechnology may result in development of new nanotechnology processes or in prototypes of new or altered materials and/or products that may be reproduced, utilized, or implemented by various industries. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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CALL 1 – SECURE ENCLAVE CHIPLETSThe Department of Defense, through SAF/AQC, is issuing a two-step Broad Agency Announcement under the State-of-the-Art Microelectronics Adoption BAA to solicit innovative chiplet designs for Secure Enclave, a program aimed at establishing a secure, onshore source of advanced microelectronics for high-priority military applications. This Call, designated 26-S-1358 Call 001, focuses on developing composable, interoperable chiplet architectures using Intel’s 18A process node and advanced packaging technologies to replace monolithic, costly silicon designs in mission-critical domains such as RF/EW, munitions, security, and autonomy. Offerors must submit a White Paper by 5:00pm ET on July 23, 2026, which must address three core objectives: analyzing current and future mission requirements and chiplet demand, designing a tape-out ready SOTA chiplet leveraging open standards like UCIe and Intel packaging, and transitioning the design into multiple Programs of Record through a clear licensing and integration strategy. All submissions must remain unclassified unless explicit prior approval is granted, and proposers must demonstrate alignment with Secure Enclave’s ecosystem, including collaboration with Intel and adherence to strict data rights boundaries to ensure Government access to critical technical data. Proposals must detail technical approaches that prioritize modular design, interoperability, and reuse, with deliverables including verified tape-out files, IBIS models, S-parameters, and a Bare Die Data Package for third-party integration. The Government seeks solutions that reduce Non-Recurring Engineering costs, improve manufacturing yield, and enable scalable adoption across the Defense Industrial Base. White Papers will be evaluated on technical merit, alignment with Secure Enclave capabilities, transition potential to real-world programs, applicability to broad defense challenges, and the ability to lower barriers to SOTA adoption. Cost submissions are limited to a Rough Order of Magnitude estimate, with no requirement for detailed pricing at this stage. Selected Offerors will be invited to submit a Full Proposal, which may lead to an award under either a FAR-based contract or an Other Transaction for Prototype authority. The Government reserves the right to make no awards, negotiate scope changes, or select only portions of a proposal. All proposals are subject to evaluation by non-government advisors under non-disclosure agreements, and proposers must clearly articulate their desired data rights, emphasizing Government Purpose Rights or Unlimited Rights for government-funded components to support long-term sustainment and interoperability.
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Custom Payload Integration and Testing ServicesThe contract involves the design, integration, and validation of custom research payloads including sensors, cameras, and AI processors onto unmanned aerial systems to advance autonomy and aerial application research. The work requires technical expertise in embedding specialized hardware and software onto UAS platforms, ensuring seamless functionality, reliability, and performance under operational conditions. The project is focused on enabling cutting-edge research capabilities through tailored payload solutions that enhance data collection, processing, and decision-making in aerial environments. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541713, issued by the National Research Council of Canada under the Government of Canada. The opportunity was posted on July 8, 2026, with a response deadline of July 16, 2026. Performance will take place in Canada, with no specific location detailed beyond the country. The solicitation does not include a set-aside designation or point of contact information. Interested parties must submit proposals through the official Canadian government procurement portal prior to the deadline.
National Research Council of Canada

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Natural Language Processing (NLP) IntegrationThe contract titled Natural Language Processing (NLP) Integration seeks to leverage advanced NLP techniques to analyze unstructured data such as reports, emails, and applications to enhance investigative and auditing capabilities. The work is aimed at supporting the Office of Inspector General’s Technology Solutions Division within the General Services Administration by extracting actionable insights from textual information, enabling more efficient and accurate decision-making in compliance and oversight missions. Contractors are expected to deliver solutions capable of processing diverse data formats, identifying patterns, and surfacing critical information relevant to internal investigations. This is a subcontract under a SBA set-aside, with the NAICS code 541713 indicating it falls under Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences category. The solicitation was posted on June 25, 2026, with a response deadline of July 8, 2026, at 6:00 PM Eastern Time. Performance is required to take place in Atlanta, Georgia, with a zip code of 30303. Interested parties must submit proposals through the eBuy portal via the provided link, and while no point of contact is listed, all inquiries should follow the official procurement channel indicated in the listing. The nature of the work demands technical expertise in NLP, data preprocessing, and domain-specific knowledge relevant to government auditing and investigations.
General Services Administration

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Oxford Nanopore Technologies promethION Flow CellsThe National Institutes of Health, through its Office of Acquisition and Logistics Management, intends to award a non-competitive contract to Oxford Nanopore Technologies Inc for the procurement of 22 packs of promethION flow cells, with four flow cells per pack, totaling 88 units for DNA and RNA long-read sequencing. This procurement is classified under NAICS code 541713, with a size standard of $10 million, and is being conducted under the simplified acquisition procedures of FAR Part 13, with an estimated value not exceeding $350,000. The acquisition is justified under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) for single-source procurement, and no competition is being solicited as the agency has determined Oxford Nanopore Technologies is the only viable source for the specified flow cells required to support ongoing sequencing operations. The contract action is a presolicitation notice issued on June 24, 2026, with a response deadline of July 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM Eastern Time, and all submissions must be sent electronically to the designated contracting officer, James Law. Interested parties may still respond with technical and cost proposals, certifications of business size, Unique Entity ID, Taxpayer Identification Number, and SAM registration validation to provide evidence of capability, though the government retains full discretion to proceed without competition based on the responses received. The requirement is for direct delivery to the NIH campus in Bethesda, Maryland, and all submissions must reference solicitation number 75N98026Q00698. While the notice does not open the procurement to competition, it invites any responsible sources to submit their qualifications, which may influence the government’s decision on whether to proceed non-competitively or initiate a competitive process.
National Institutes Of Health Olao

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NAICS: 541713
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STATE OF THE ART (SOTA) MICROELECTRONICS (ME) ADOPTION BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT (BAA) FULL TEXT GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTThe U.S. Department of the Air Force, through SAF/AQC, is issuing a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) numbered 26-S-1358 to advance the adoption of state-of-the-art microelectronics across national security missions. This BAA does not solicit proposals directly but serves as an umbrella framework for future Topic Calls published on SAM.gov and the Classified IC-ARC, which will define specific technical requirements, submission deadlines, and evaluation criteria. The initiative focuses on accelerating the development and integration of trusted, assured microelectronics technologies, particularly those leveraging Intel 18A process nodes and advanced packaging via Secure Enclave, to ensure enduring technological superiority. Five key mission areas are highlighted: advanced secure microelectronics design and production; next-generation assembly, packaging, and test; novel microelectronics for disruptive capabilities; advanced test, validation, and mission qualification; and building an accessible, affordable, and sustainable domestic microelectronics ecosystem. Topics range from AI/ML architectures and radiation-hardened designs to chiplet-based systems, secure test methodologies, edge computing, RF electronics, PNT resilience, digital twins, and open-standard chiplet libraries. Proposals or White Papers may only be submitted in response to individual Topic Calls, which may be either closed (with fixed deadlines) or open (accepting submissions continuously during a defined window), and may follow one-step or two-step processes. Awards, if made, will take the form of procurement contracts or Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs) for prototyping, follow-on production, or experimental purposes, with eligibility open to small businesses, traditional and non-traditional defense contractors, and research institutions. OTA awards require resource-sharing commitments and participation by nontraditional contractors, small businesses, or third-party funding. Proposals must not include classified information unless explicitly directed by a classified Topic Call, which may require SECRET or higher clearances and approved secure facilities. Data rights are anticipated to include Government Purpose Rights for technical data and software, with specific terms negotiated per call. All submissions must reference the BAA number 26-S-1358 and be aligned with the specified Areas of Interest in each Topic Call. Interested parties must actively monitor SAM.gov and IC-ARC for updates, as Topic Calls may be issued throughout the BAA’s open period—initially one year, extendable annually—and any associated costs for proposal development are considered indirect, not chargeable to resulting contracts.
Department Of The Air Force

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Combined Synopsis Solicitation-Long Sequencing kitThe National Institutes of Health, Office of the Director, Office of Acquisitions, is seeking to award a firm fixed-price contract for the procurement of Long Sequencing kits under a competitive combined synopsis/solicitation issued in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6. The solicitation, numbered 75N98026Q00640/PCA-NIA-01344, was posted on June 16, 2026, with proposals due by June 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. This procurement, conducted under NAICS code 541713 and classified as unrestricted, targets commercial items and uses full and open competition without any set-aside provisions. The agency intends to select the offeror whose proposal provides the best value, considering price and other factors such as technical capability, past performance, delivery schedule, warranty, lifecycle cost, maintenance availability, and environmental efficiency. The required deliverables include 65 units of PromethION Flow Cells Packs DNA (Catalog No. FLO-PRO114M), 6 units of Ligation Sequencing Kit XL V14 (Catalog No. SQK-LSK114-XL), and 6 units of Sequencing Auxiliary Vials XL (Catalog No. EXP-AUX003-XL), all subject to brand-name-or-equal requirements. Offers must include unit and total pricing, shipping and handling costs, delivery timeframe, delivery terms, F.O.B. point, and product catalog numbers. All proposers must be actively registered in SAM, provide their Unique Entity Identifier, Taxpayer Identification Number, and business size certification, and submit the completed FAR 52.212-3 representations and certifications. Deliveries are to be made to NIH/NIA at 251 Bayview Blvd STE 100, Baltimore MD 21224, with all items required to be packaged, marked with the contract number and contractor name, and delivered in immediately usable and acceptable condition. Proposals must be submitted electronically to johnsonjr@mail.nih.gov, referencing the full solicitation number, and the point of contact is John Johnson, Program Specialist, reachable at 667-312-5580. The contract includes clauses for System for Award Management Maintenance, Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance, Contractor Cooperation in Equal Employment Opportunity Investigations, and standard commercial item terms and conditions, along with
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NAICS: 541713
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NOTICE of Intent to SOLE SOURCE - Fisher ScientificThe CDC Office of Acquisition Services within the Department of Health and Human Services is soliciting a sole source purchase of high-magnification objectives at 20x and 40x along with a laser autofocusing module to enhance the imaging capabilities of the Agilent BioTek Cytation 1 Cell Imaging Multi-Mode Reader. These components are critical for precise cellular analysis and automated focus adjustments required in high-throughput imaging applications at the agency’s facility in Atlanta, Georgia. The requirement is specified under NAICS code 541713, indicating research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences, and is being handled through a special notice to ensure compatibility and optimal performance with existing equipment. All responses must be submitted by June 30, 2026, with inquiries directed to Marcus Lindsey, the primary point of contact, via phone or email. The procurement will be performed at the CDC facility located in Atlanta with a zip code of 30341, and the notice was posted on June 15, 2026, under solicitation number 98140.
CDC Office Of Acquisition Services

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NAICS: 541713
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NOTICE of Intent to SOLE SOURCE - Agilent Technologies, Inc.The CDC Office of Acquisition Services, under the Department of Health and Human Services, intends to sole source the purchase of an Agilent Cary 630 FTIR spectrometer equipped with MicroLab Expert software to support advanced infrared spectral analysis of occupational agents and biological samples. This procurement is aligned with the NAICS code 541713 and is intended for use at the agency's facility in Atlanta, Georgia, where the equipment will enable precise identification and characterization of chemical substances relevant to public health monitoring and occupational safety. The solicitation notice was posted on June 15, 2026, with a response deadline of June 30, 2026, indicating a limited window for feedback or justification prior to finalizing the single-vendor award to Agilent Technologies, Inc. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Marcus Lindsey, reachable via email or phone at the designated CDC office in Atlanta.
CDC Office Of Acquisition Services

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Statistical and Data Coordinating Center (SDCC) for Clinical Research in Infectious Diseases (CRID)This notice is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) to gather industry input on the upcoming re-competition of its Statistical and Data Coordinating Center (SDCC) contract for Clinical Research in Infectious Diseases. The RFI is purely for planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation, nor does it obligate the government to award a contract or reimburse respondents for any costs incurred. The goal is to assess market capabilities, identify best practices, and refine the future Statement of Work to support a broad portfolio of domestic and international clinical trials focused on infectious, immunologic, and allergic diseases. Respondents are asked to provide feedback on critical functional areas including data collection and management under 21 CFR Part 11 compliance, quality assurance, protocol development, statistical design, specimen tracking, data storage, de-identification, and site training, with particular attention to the integration of AI, evolving standards like CDISC, international operations, and seamless system transitions. Vendors are encouraged to share details on their organizational structure, relevant experience managing large-scale data coordinating centers, technical infrastructure, international capabilities, and potential subcontracting plans. The RFI requests information on commercially available platforms for clinical data systems and specimen tracking, recommended timelines for protocol and system development, strategies for secure and cost-efficient data storage and sharing, and methods to ensure audit readiness and compliance without imposing undue burden on government resources. All submissions are limited to ten pages and must be submitted as PDFs by July 8, 2026, to the designated point of contact. Any non-proprietary information provided may be used in future acquisition planning, and the government makes no commitment to respond to or acknowledge submissions. This RFI is intended to foster open competition and inform a future solicitation, which will be released separately and through official channels.
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ERIS Shopping Notice: High Duty Cycle High Energy Lasers (HEL) for SWaP-Constrained SystemsDARPA’s Strategic Technologies Office is actively seeking innovative, post-competitive solutions through the ERIS Marketplace for high-energy lasers operating in the 100W to 20 kW power range with high duty cycle capabilities, specifically designed for integration into Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP)-constrained military platforms such as Stryker vehicles, Collaborative Combat Aircraft, and other unmanned aerial systems. The solicitation, identified as DARPA-SN-26-82 and posted on June 4, 2026, with a closing date of November 30, 2026, is not a traditional procurement but a market research effort aimed at identifying breakthrough technologies that advance the state of the art in laser systems under austere conditions. Proposals must demonstrate a clear understanding of current technical limitations, particularly regarding thermal management, beam coherence, and sustained firing capability, while proposing novel architectures that enable scalable power generation, phase control for beam tuning, wavelength flexibility, and efficient heat exhaust to maintain operational readiness. Solutions must be submitted as video presentations via the DARPAConnect ERIS Portal, titled in the format “DARPA-SN-26-82: [Your Solution Title],” with a mandatory confirmation email sent to eris@darpa.mil containing the submission title and date. Both new proposals and existing awardable solutions on ERIS may be submitted, with existing providers able to flag prior submissions for consideration. Evaluation is based on four core, equally critical factors: the depth of problem definition and comparison to the current state of the art; the potential for significant technical innovation in generating high-power lasers for compact platforms; the demonstrated expertise and vision of the proposing team; and the broader impact on tactical defense systems such as counter-UAV and counter-rocket applications as well as potential commercial use cases. Submissions will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the government retains the right to make one or more awards before the official deadline, meaning early submission is strongly encouraged. There are no specified pricing structures, delivery schedules, or contract clauses, as this is a research and discovery effort under ERIS; all participants are directed to the established ERIS Master Solicitation for standard procedures. The effort falls under NAICS code 541713 and is managed by DARPA from its Arlington, Virginia office, with all inquiries and submissions routed through the designated ERIS coordinator.
Defense Advanced Research Projects Agcy

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NAICS: 541713
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BioMedical assessment ServiceThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is forecasting a biomedical assessment service contract, categorized under NAICS code 541713, which pertains to research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. The opportunity was posted on May 25, 2026, and is currently in the forecast stage with no solicitation number assigned, indicating it is in the preliminary planning phase. The contract is intended to support CDC’s mission through specialized biomedical analysis and evaluation services, though specific scope details, performance location, and set-aside status have not yet been defined. Point of contact information includes Deborah Guess-Skinner as the Program Point of Contact and a Contracting Officer role designated as To Be Determined, both reachable via djg7@cdc.gov. The forecasted contract is open to all potential vendors without a specified small business set-aside, and future updates will likely be available through the HHS OSDBU opportunity forecast portal.
Centers For Disease Control And Prevention

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Downtown White River Junction Multimodal Transportation & Parking Feasibility StudyThe Two Rivers-Ottauquechee Regional Commission, in collaboration with the Town of Hartford, is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to carry out a feasibility study focused on transportation infrastructure in White River Junction. This study, titled "Downtown White River Junction Multimodal Transportation & Parking Feasibility Study," aims to explore and evaluate options for multimodal transportation and parking solutions to improve the downtown area's infrastructure and accessibility. The solicitation, issued by Vermont's Department of Economic Development, was posted on May 18, 2026, and proposals are due by June 17, 2026, at 9:00 AM. The work will be performed within Vermont, and interested parties can reach the primary contact, Barbara Kovalick, via email or phone for further details. This initiative reflects a regional effort to enhance transportation options and parking management in order to support community development and better meet the needs of residents and visitors.
Department of Economic Development

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