The RAND Corporation National Defense Research Institute (NDRI)
Plain-English Summary
The Dept Of Defense is looking for the rand corporation national defense research institute (ndri). Estimated value: $985.6M. No response deadline listed yet — this may be an early notice or pre-solicitation. Work to be performed in Arlington, Virginia.
Contract Details
- Solicitation #
- WHS-2025-1564_Award
- Type
- Award Notice
- NAICS Code
- 541715
- PSC Code
- AC12
- Posted
- August 20, 2026
- Estimated Value
- $985,625,480
Agency & Contact
- Department
- DEPT OF DEFENSE
- Sub-agency
- WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES (WHS)
- Office
- WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES
- Point of Contact
- Sabrina Watkins-Rock
- sabrina.m.watkins-rock.civ@mail.mil
- Elizabeth Vaeth
- elizabeth.i.vaeth.civ@mail.mil
Who Should Bid
- Businesses classified under NAICS 541715
- Open to all businesses (no set-aside restrictions)
- Must be registered in SAM.gov with active status
- Must have relevant past performance or capability statement
- Able to perform work in Virginia
Tips for Winning This Contract
- Contact the contracting officer with questions BEFORE the deadline — they want to help qualified bidders
- Review the full solicitation documents on SAM.gov for detailed requirements
- Check if there's an industry day or Q&A session listed
Download attachments, full requirements, and submit your response on SAM.gov
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