How to bid on AI Supercomputing Capability Opportunities at Argonne National Laboratory

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory is gathering information for a potential National Genesis Mission Supercomputing Center of Innovation. This center would include AI supercomputing resources located on Argonne property. They are looking for ideas on equipment, software, services, and infrastructure to support this center.

Argonne is also interested in how organizations might use, co-fund, or partner with them on these AI supercomputing resources. This includes models that involve substantial private-sector investment. This is an opportunity for businesses to influence future plans for a significant AI computing facility.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This Request for Information (RFI) was published on July 21, 2026. Responses are due by August 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. This is a planning document, not a request for proposals or a funding opportunity. Submitting a response will help Argonne National Laboratory understand market capabilities and interest for their future AI supercomputing center.

Who this opportunity suits

This RFI is suitable for a wide range of organizations. This includes universities, university consortia, nonprofit research institutions, and industry stakeholders across various sectors such as Energy & Utilities, Materials & Chemicals, Industrials & Manufacturing, Automotive & Transportation, and Health Care & Life Sciences. Large businesses, small businesses, and emerging technology firms are also encouraged to respond.

Any organization interested in sponsored research, shared infrastructure, or public-private partnership models related to AI supercomputing should consider responding.

How to respond

To access the full details of this opportunity, you will need to click the “View original source” link on the portal. 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 to view any associated documents, though this is not always required for all bids.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

When responding to an RFI, focus on providing clear, concise, and relevant information. Since Argonne is seeking input on both computing capabilities and partnership models, ensure your response addresses both areas if applicable to your organization. Highlight your unique capabilities, experience, and any innovative approaches you can offer.

Clearly articulate how your proposed contributions align with Argonne's goals of strengthening U.S. leadership in AI and accelerating scientific discovery. If you are proposing co-funding or partnership models, emphasize how they leverage private-sector investment, as this is of particular interest to the laboratory.