Exploratory Advanced Research (EAR) Program Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
Contact and place of performance
Alicia Dallas
Mc Lean, VA 22101
USA
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Office of Corporate Research, Technology and Innovation (HRTM) Research Team is announcing its intent to solicit proposals under this Broad Agency Announcement (BAA). This BAA is developed in accordance with FAR 6.101(b)(3)(ii) and FAR 35.102. This BAA involves the use of a 5-year Open BAA to quickly and efficiently execute research and development to deliver practical soluti...
View moreThe FHWA HRTM Research Team conducts and directs research efforts in support of the development of digital twin application through the Exploratory Advanced Research Program. The FHWA HRTM Research Team leads the development and advancement of higher-risk research in areas of emerging advances in science and engineering that could result in dramatic changes in highway transportation safety, mobility, state of good repair, or environmental stewardship.
The purpose of this BAA is to solicit a variety of solutions that will support the FHWA Exploratory Advanced Research program and the following digital twin program areas (Including but not limited to):
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Office of Corporate Research, Technology and Innovation Research Team is soliciting proposals under this five-year Open Broad Agency Announcement to execute research and development for high-priority transportation challenges. This initiative supports the Exploratory Advanced Research (EAR) Program, focusing on higher-risk emerging science and engineering that could significantly impact highway safety, mobility, asset management, and environmental stewardship. Specific areas of interest include digital twin applications, construction automation and safety, management of pavements and structures, and active roadside safety systems for vulnerable road users.
This solicitation, identified by number 693JJ3-26-BAA-0002, is categorized under NAICS code 541715 for Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) and PSC AS12 for Transportation R&D Services; Surface Transportation, Public Transit, and Rail; Applied Research. Proposals will be solicited and accepted only during individual periodic calls issued throughout the life of the BAA, which will define specific topic areas and submission deadlines. All responsible sources capable of satisfying the government's needs may submit proposals for consideration for contract awards that benefit the program's goals.
The 693JJ3 Acquisition and Grants Management office oversees this requirement, which has a final response deadline of November 18, 2030. Performance is centered in McLean, Virginia, under the point of contact Alicia Dallas. Available documentation includes the primary BAA document, a quad chart template, cost/price models, and an FHWA subcontracting plan template. This announcement serves as an expression of interest and does not commit the government to pay for proposal preparation costs.
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