Award
Award #W911NF26DA016
Multi-Year IDV Awarded to USMAX for STEM Network Development and Outreach
Buyer
Department of the Army
Award Amount
$49,000,000.00
Ceiling
$49,000,000.00
Awarded
June 26, 2026
Period of Performance
Jun 26, 2026 – Jun 25, 2031
Identifier
W911NF26DA016
NAICS
541990
This indefinite delivery vehicle (IDV) contract was awarded to USMAX Corporation, a firm specializing in facilitating scientific collaboration and education, to create and strengthen networks connecting the DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory (ARL), academic institutions, industry partners, and government agencies. The contract focuses on enabling the exchange of scientific ideas and knowledge production, while developing a STEM workforce from kindergarten through college via education and outreach programs. As a significant investment, this multi-year agreement supports the agency's mission to advance scientific research and workforce development, impacting both the defense sector and broader STEM community. The scope of work includes implementing educational initiatives, fostering partnerships, and coordinating outreach efforts to enhance STEM engagement. Awarded through competitive procedures, the contract spans from mid-2026 to mid-2031, ensuring sustained support for STEM capacity building. No subcontractors or prior related contracts were listed for this award.
Description
CREATE AND STRENGTHEN NETWORKS TO CONNECT THE DEVCOM ARL, ACADEMIA, INDUSTRY, AND GOVERNMENT AGENCIES FACILITATE EXCHANGE OF SCIENTIFIC IDEAS, PRODUCE KNOWLEDGE, DEVELOPMENT OF A STEM WORKFORCE THROUGH K-COLLEGE STEM EDUCATION AND OUTREACH PROGRAMS.