Commercial Solutions Opening - ERDC Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory
ID: W913E525SC001Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW2R2 COLD RGNS RSCH ENG LABHANOVER, NH, 03755-1290, USA

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All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing (339999)

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MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS (9999)

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https://sam.gov/opp/fc22e6ab407b488f9c4b3e13cf6f5f16/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), is announcing a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) for the Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory (CRREL). This opportunity aims to solicit innovative solutions in five key research areas: Cold Region Domain Awareness, Mobility and Maneuver in Cold Environments, Integrated Ice Operations, Advanced Materials for Extreme Cold, and Resilient Cold Region Energy Systems. The CRREL plays a vital role in supporting various Army and government initiatives, focusing on enhancing operational capabilities in cold regions. Interested parties can submit their solutions via the ERDCWERX platform starting January 31, 2025, until 5:00 PM CST on September 30, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Melodie Fisher at melodie.y.fisher@usace.army.mil or call 601-634-4687.

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