Technology Transfer, Commercialization and Entrepreneurial Development
ID: 70RSAT25RFI000009Type: Sources Sought
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HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONSSCI TECH ACQ DIVWASHINGTON, DC, 20528, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/4eee51ae145d4729af0d33425bae7c83/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is seeking vendors capable of providing technology transfer, commercialization, and entrepreneurial development services for federally funded technologies through a Request for Information (RFI). The primary objectives include identifying suitable technologies for investment, organizing cohort events to foster start-up formation, and enhancing the entrepreneurial skills of DHS researchers. This initiative is crucial for transitioning federally funded research into practical applications that benefit the Homeland Security Enterprise and the public. Interested parties must submit their responses, which should not exceed six pages, by 5:00 PM ET on February 25, 2025, to the designated contacts, Mohammed Rizki and Joseph P. Pianese, via their provided email addresses.

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    Mohammed Rizki
    mohammed.rizki@hq.dhs.gov
    Joseph P. Pianese
    joseph.pianese@hq.dhs.gov
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    REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) 70RSAT25RFI000009_Final_20250204.docx
    The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a Request for Information (RFI) aimed at identifying vendors capable of providing technology transfer, commercialization, and entrepreneurial development for federally funded technologies. The RFI is for market research purposes only and does not entail any commitment from the DHS to contract. Respondents are encouraged to submit detailed responses outlining their capabilities and qualifications, as well as their experience with similar services for U.S. Federal government agencies. The DHS Science and Technology Directorate's Technology Transfer and Commercialization Branch seeks to support the commercialization of identified technologies through various tasks: analyzing and selecting suitable technologies for investment, organizing cohort events to foster start-up formation, providing post-cohort support for commercial development, and enhancing the entrepreneurial and innovative capacities of DHS researchers. The expected outcomes include the development of a suitable curriculum for inventors, the formation of start-up teams, ongoing support for participants, and a stronger network with the investment community and industry experts. Responses are due by February 25, 2025, and should be limited to six pages to facilitate efficient evaluation.
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