iP3 Request for Information (RFI)
ID: iP3_001Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATIONFEDERAL ACQUISITION SERVICEGSA FAS AAS FEDSIMWASHINGTON, DC, 20405, USA

NAICS

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/6f3239bd136949be94a27b15ac12e11b/view
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    The General Services Administration (GSA) is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights from Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) awardees regarding the potential establishment of a multiple award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract program, known as iP3 (Innovation in SBIR/STTR Phase 3). This initiative aims to support existing and future requirements utilizing SBIR/STTR Phase III authority, and the GSA is particularly interested in understanding the variances and nuances of SBIR/STTR work through a survey available at a specified link. Interested parties are encouraged to engage with the GSA via the provided email and to monitor Sam.gov for updates, as this RFI does not constitute a commitment to issue a procurement action. For further inquiries, respondents can contact Jennifer Auble or Jessica Miller at their respective email addresses.

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    Jennifer Auble
    jennifer.auble@gsa.gov
    Jessica Miller
    jessicas.miller@gsa.gov
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