New York State Contract Reporter #2137377

Empire State Development Seeks Nonprofits to Establish Quantum Technology Commercialization Hubs in New York

Empire State Development (ESD) is seeking up to four qualified nonprofit organizations to establish Quantum Technology Commercialization Hubs across New York State. - Up to $60 million in total funding, with approximately $15 million available per selected Hub - Hubs may involve new construction or expansion of existing facilities, providing lab, specialty equipment, and collaboration spaces - Each Hub must: - Serve as a regional anchor for quantum technology commercialization - Advance commercialization of quantum technologies through validation, prototyping, and pilot demonstrations - Incubate and accelerate quantum-related startups, offering growth programs and access to advisors and investors - Engage industry partners to drive technology adoption and facilitate collaborative pilot projects - Coordinate activities and resources across the statewide NYS Quantum Hub Network - Track and report on commercialization outcomes, including startups supported and economic impact - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the opportunity is open to qualified organizations capable of fulfilling the scope - Notable requirements include IT security compliance (ISO 27001, 27005, 27035, GDPR), diversity practices, and strong encouragement of MWBE and SDVOB participation (30% and 6% goals, respectively)

Description

Empire State Development (ESD) anticipates selecting up to four qualified organizations to create world-class Quantum Technology Commercialization Hubs. Each Hub may involve construction of a new building or expansion/modification of an existing structure. ESD plans to provide up to $60 million total, approximately $15 million per successful respondent, to support the commercialization and adoption of quantum technologies. Each Hub will serve as a regional anchor to establish physical facilities, advance commercialization, incubate startups, engage industry, coordinate across the NYS Quantum Hub Network, and report performance.

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