Research Initiatives in Support of FHWA Next Generation Structural Materials and Systems
ID: 693JJ3-24-BAA-0003Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION693JJ3 ACQUISITION AND GRANTS MGTWASHINGTON, DC, 20590, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

TRANSPORTATION R&D SERVICES; SURFACE TRANSPORTATION, PUBLIC TRANSIT, AND RAIL; APPLIED RESEARCH (AS12)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/76caae79089240ea9236c3e222d06dde/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 2, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jul 11, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 1, 2029, 5:30 PM UTC
Description

Presolicitation TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF Federal Highway Administration is seeking research and development services for next generation structural materials and systems. This project aims to advance state-of-the-art solutions for the safety, durability, sustainability, and resilience of the nation's bridges and highway structures. The upcoming Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) will solicit a variety of solutions in areas such as structural steel, structural concrete, geotechnical structures, and bridge hydraulics. The projects will focus on developing next generation technologies and solutions aligned with FHWA's strategic goals and objectives.

Point(s) of Contact
Jessica Prutz
jessica.prutz@dot.gov
Bob Brown
Bob.P.Brown@dot.gov
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Appendix A - Quad Chart Instructions with Template.pdf
Apr 3, 2024, 10:24 AM UTC
Appendix B - Cost_Price Models.xlsx
Apr 3, 2024, 10:24 AM UTC
Appendix C - Small Business Subcontracting Plan.pdf
Apr 3, 2024, 10:24 AM UTC
Appendix D - InfoMaterials Dataset Management_21065.pdf
Apr 3, 2024, 10:24 AM UTC
Broad Agency Announcement 693JJ3-24-BAA-0003.pdf
Apr 3, 2024, 10:24 AM UTC
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