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The Department of Energy seeks input on basic research challenges to accelerate biotechnology leadership. The RFI solicits perspectives on advancing foundational science and effective collaboration models.

Scope

Identifying basic research challenges to accelerate United States biotechnology leadership
Transitioning from descriptive biology to predictive biosystems design

BAA — white paper first (FAR 35.016)Open to allDays to respond: 8

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Details

Place of performance: Germantown, Maryland
Buyer type: Federal
Notice type: Special Notice
Solicitation no.: 892431-26-RFI-0003
NAICS: NAICS 541714 (Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)): 12 open RFPs
PSC: PSC AJ11: 14 open RFPs
Period of performance: Per award from notice
BAA open until: Oct 15, 2026 from notice
Contract type: BAA (multiple awards) from notice
Evaluation: White-paper review, then invited proposals (FAR 35.016) from notice
Local presence: Not required
Amendments: None since Sep 24
Contact: DOE Biotech Input
Email: Biotech.Input@doe.gov

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Key dates

Thu, Sep 24Posted

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Thu, Oct 15 · 5:00 PM ETResponses due · 8 days left Under 14 days

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Request for Information (RFI) on Identifying Basic Research Challenges to Accelerate United States Biotechnology Leadership

DOE seeks input on critical basic research challenges, bottlenecks, and missing capabilities needed to transition from descriptive biology to predictive biosystems design. This RFI solicits perspectives on advancing foundational science across biomolecules, cells, microbiomes, and plants to accelerate the production of bio-advantaged fuels, chemicals, and materials. Feedback is specifically requested on fundamental biodesign goals, high-priority biotechnology application areas, and effective collaboration models to help guide BER's strategic priorities, workshop planning, and future funding mechanisms.

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