Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Entrepreneurial Training Workshop
Type: Special Notice
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFADVANCED RSRCH PROJ AGENCY ARPA-EWASHINGTON, DC, 20585, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/f1940a36e0b94a1cb210065d9dc7ff39/view
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    The Department of Energy's Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) intends to award a sole-source contract to Activate Global, Inc. for organizing an entrepreneurial training workshop.

    ARPA-E seeks to bridge the business skills gap among its project participants, specifically those involved in geologic hydrogen, mining, and iron refining/processing projects. The two-day workshop, held during Climate Week in New York City, will impart essential business and commercialization skills to these participants.

    The agency requires an organization with expertise in "deep-tech" mentoring and entrepreneurial training, particularly in the aforementioned industries. Activate Global's unique fellowship program, focused on translating scientific research into commercial ventures, aligns closely with ARPA-E's objectives. Their experience, combined with their non-profit status and existing relationships with ARPA-E participants, makes them a suitable partner.

    The workshop aims to equip attendees with knowledge in value creation, technoeconomic analyses, and value chain identification. Additionally, participants will learn the intricacies of developing elevator pitches for industry partners and investor panels. The agency emphasizes the importance of this training in helping project participants establish successful businesses post-project.

    Any responsible organizations interested in submitting a capability statement must do so by the deadline of 2:00 p.m. local Washington D.C. time on October 1, 2024. The primary contact for this opportunity is Farwa Nawaz, whose email address is provided as farwa.nawaz@hq.doe.gov.

    This notice serves as a heads-up to potential competitors, with the government reserving the right to conduct a sole-source procurement based on the responses received.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Nawaz, Farwa
    (703) 395-1920
    farwa.nawaz@hq.doe.gov
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