Bid guide
How to bid on the NIBIB Innovation Funnel Commercialization Center for HHS
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) is planning to increase the contract ceiling for its Innovation Funnel Commercialization Center IDIQ contract. This notice is a pre-solicitation, which means the agency is providing advance information about an upcoming opportunity.
For vendors, this indicates that NIBIB is preparing for future work related to commercialization services, likely within the biomedical imaging and bioengineering fields. It suggests potential for new task orders or expanded scope under the existing contract vehicle.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This pre-solicitation notice was published on September 03, 2026. The deadline for this notice is September 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. Since this is a pre-solicitation, the deadline typically refers to the period for industry to review the notice and potentially submit questions or expressions of interest, though specific instructions are not provided in this summary.
After this deadline, the agency will likely proceed with developing the full solicitation based on their planning and any feedback received. Vendors should monitor for the release of the actual solicitation documents.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional services firms with expertise in commercialization, particularly within the biomedical imaging and bioengineering sectors. Companies that have previously worked with NIBIB or similar health-related agencies on innovation funnel or technology transfer initiatives would find this relevant.
The IDIQ (Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity) nature of the contract suggests that the agency will need ongoing support for various projects over a period, making it attractive to firms looking for long-term engagement.
How to access and respond to the notice
To view the original source of this pre-solicitation notice, you need to click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to access all documents, though some bids allow viewing without an account. Review the full notice for any specific instructions on how to respond or submit questions.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is a pre-solicitation, it is wise to start preparing. Research NIBIB's mission and current initiatives related to innovation and commercialization. Understand their goals for bringing biomedical technologies to market.
If you are not already an incumbent on the NIBIB Innovation Funnel Commercialization Center IDIQ, consider how your firm's unique capabilities align with the agency's needs for increasing the contract ceiling. Be ready to articulate your experience in supporting similar programs and demonstrating your capacity to handle increased scope or volume of work.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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