Bid guide
How to bid on Partnership Intermediary Agreements for Technology Transfer with DHS
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), specifically its Science and Technology Directorate (S&T), is looking for organizations to help transfer and commercialize technology. They want to enter into one or more Partnership Intermediary Agreements (PIA) to expand their network. These agreements aim to support the development and sharing of technology solutions for DHS and the broader Homeland Security Enterprise.
This is a Request for Information (RFI), not a solicitation for bids. DHS S&T is seeking to identify eligible Partnership Intermediaries nationwide who can provide services to stimulate and promote technology development and transfer between DHS S&T, academia, industry, and federal laboratories. Responding to this RFI allows your organization to demonstrate its capabilities and interest to DHS S&T for future opportunities.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Information was published on June 29, 2026. Responses are due by August 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. This deadline is for submitting your statement of capabilities.
Since this is an RFI, the deadline marks the close of the information-gathering period for DHS. There will not be an award made directly from this RFI. Instead, the information collected will help DHS S&T identify potential partners for future agreements.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for organizations that qualify as a Partnership Intermediary (PI) as defined in 15 U.S.C. 3715 (c). DHS S&T is looking for entities that can provide services to support technology transfer and commercialization.
Firms with experience in technology development, transfer, and commercialization, especially those with existing national or regional partnerships with industry and university academia, would be well-suited. Organizations that have provided similar services to U.S. Federal government agencies are also encouraged to respond.
How to respond to this RFI
To respond, you need to submit a statement outlining your capabilities. This statement should address specific objectives outlined in the RFI.
You will need to describe how you can meet the technical needs and requirements identified in Section IV of the attached RFI, detail the qualifications and experience of your key personnel, identify existing partnerships, and provide details of any recent similar services provided to U.S. Federal government agencies. Access the original source to view the full RFI and any attached documents.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is an RFI, a clear and concise response is important. Focus on directly addressing each of the requested objectives. Provide concrete examples and specific details about your capabilities and experience.
Highlight any unique expertise or resources your organization possesses that would be particularly beneficial for technology transfer and commercialization within the homeland security domain. Clearly articulate the value your organization can bring to DHS S&T's efforts to expand its PI network.
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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