Sources Sought for Organization with Capabilities for Advanced Manufacturing Research and Development
ID: W912CG-26-S-AdvMSSNType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC CCDC STTCORLANDO, FL, 32826-0000, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY R&D SERVICES; GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; APPLIED RESEARCH (AJ12)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/4f06df6fe9b04d868034afd9cd81c211/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command – Soldier Center (DEVCOM SC), is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify colleges, universities, and university-affiliated non-profits with capabilities in advanced manufacturing (AdvM) research and development. The objective is to find institutions that possess expertise in AdvM processes, composite research, additive manufacturing (AM), and design for additive manufacturing (DfAM), along with established curricula, research functions, and industry partnerships to support immediate research needs. This initiative aligns with national security strategies and aims to enhance the Army's capabilities in advanced manufacturing technologies. Interested organizations must submit their responses by January 28, 2026, with a maximum of 10 pages, and should direct inquiries to Chad Haering at chad.w.haering.civ@army.mil or Kia McCormick at kia.s.mccormick.civ@army.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Chad Haering
    chad.w.haering.civ@army.mil
    Kia McCormick
    kia.s.mccormick.civ@army.mil
    Files
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    AdvM Sources Sought Notice (Final Update).pdf
    The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command – Soldier Center (DEVCOM SC) has issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) to identify colleges, universities, and university-affiliated non-profits capable of advanced manufacturing (AdvM) research and development. This is not a solicitation for proposals, but rather market research to find institutions with expertise in AdvM processes, composite research, additive manufacturing (AM), and design for additive manufacturing (DfAM). The Army seeks organizations with established curricula, research functions, industry partnerships, and facilities to support immediate research needs, aligning with national security and AdvM strategies. Responses should detail core competencies, required capabilities (including R&D, infrastructure, personnel, and business relationships), and include an organizational overview, technical capabilities, past performance, personnel information, and business details. Submissions are due by January 28, 2026, limited to 10 pages, and must be unclassified. This SSN may lead to a future Request for Proposal (RFP).
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