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Research & Development Services RFPs, Pre-RFP Signals and Bid Opportunities

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Research & Development Services: Pre-RFP Opportunities

Source-backed signals from meeting minutes, budgets, contract activity, grants, and leadership changes.

Island County

WAJul 15

Why now

- Island County Public Health chartered a “Public Domain Nitrogen-Reducing OSS Technology Initiative” (June 1–Dec 31, 2026). - The internship project budgets 520 hours at $25/hour ($13,000) to research nitrogen-reducing wastewater technology approval pathways. - The project plans a demonstration project proposal with monitoring protocol framework and capital budget request.

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Jul 15

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Eric Oswald

ADA Coordinator

Cecilia Herrera

Administrative Services Manager

Prince William County

VAJul 14

Why now

- Nexus234 Innovation District uses university-connected labs and mentorship to move ideas into real-world products. - The County previously approved a $50,000 EDOF grant to George Mason University for Innovation District planning. - Proposed FY28 Nexus234 budget totals $980,475 with a planned additional $670,000 sought via grants.

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Jul 14

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Chad Roop

Acting Building Official

Joshua Lee

Acting Director, Area Agency on Aging

Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality

MSJul 13

Why now

- MDEQ reports 124 of 345 employees had less than five years of service at end of FY2026. - MDEQ cites only 13% of staff having 10 to 15 years of experience and increasing difficulty meeting mission goals. - MDEQ plans to procure the ESRI ArcGIS Pro Enterprise License Agreement and uses AI to improve efficiency and decision-making.

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Jul 13

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Bailey Dowell

Accounting Administrator (OAS - Budgeting Bureau - Grants)

Emily Brennan

Attorney

Cochrane (Town)

ABJul 13

Why now

- Council directed Administration to proceed with the “Recreation Infrastructure Feasibility Study” scope and procurement. - The feasibility study targets indoor ice capacity and indoor turf demand for 10–15 year planning. - $200,000 funding was approved and an RFP is planned for early fall 2026 with ~18 months to complete. - Library Functional Needs Assessment engaged ~400 resident survey respondents and ~286 participants total.

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Jul 13

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Trish Kluane

Acting Director of Operations Services

Drew Hyndman

Chief Administrative Officer

City of Mandeville

LAJul 10

Why now

- Automated Dam Monitoring and Early Warning System proposes integrated sensors linked to real-time alerts within 1–5 years. - SCADA for sewer and water systems is being rolled out and is included in mitigation actions with a 1–5 year timeline. - City of Mandeville communications system upgrades include an auto call out system and backup-capable public notification by 1–5 years.

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Jul 10

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Brian Ducre

Assistant Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds

Glenn Jones

Building Official

Delaware County

INJul 9

Why now

- Delaware County Redevelopment Commission funded a $25,000 target industry study update for economic development planning. - The target industry study included aerospace, unmanned aerial defense systems, and defense-related ecosystem concepts. - The plan emphasized cyber security, artificial intelligence, and advanced computing as longer-term economic growth plays.

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Jul 9

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Angel Brashear

Administrative Lieutenant, Jail Division

Jammie Bane

Administrator

City of San Leandro

CAJul 1

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Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Jul 1

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Mike King

Age-Friendly Consultant

Michael Yuen

Assistant City Manager

Northern Sunrise County

ABJun 19

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Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Jun 19

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Cindy Millar

Chief Administrative Officer

Kyle Dziengielewski

Councillor – Ward 5 (Three Creeks/Wesley Creek/Cadotte Lake)

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Extramural Biomedical Research and Development

U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA)MD

Due Aug 1, 2028

DLA Research and Development; Acquisition Modernization Technology Research (AMTR)

DLA Contracting Services Office (DCSO)OH

Due May 30, 2028

Flight Services for Research and Development - GTRI

Georgia Institute Of TechnologyGA

Closing Soon

Due Aug 15, 2026

Broad Agency Announcement: Research to Support FHWA's Office of Infrastructure Research and Development

Federal Highway AdministrationDC

Due Sep 13, 2028

Manufacturing Research and Technology Development Open Period

Department of the Air ForceDC

Due Jun 22, 2031

Research and Development Services for Military Fuels and Lubricants

W6QK Army Contracting Command (ACC) Apg NatickMA

Due Jan 20, 2027

Manufacturing Research and Technology Development Open Period

Air Force Materiel CommandOH

Due Jun 22, 2031

DLA Emergent IV Research and Development Program

DLA Contracting Services Office (DCSO)OH

Due Jun 12, 2027

Research and Development of Naval Power and Energy Systems

Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA)DC

Due Feb 6, 2028

DLA Research and Development; Acquisition Modernization Technology Research (AMTR) SP4701-23-B-0001

DLA Contracting Services Office (DCSO)OH

Due May 30, 2028

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Island County

Recent intent

- Island County Public Health chartered a “Public Domain Nitrogen-Reducing OSS Technology Initiative” (June 1–Dec 31, 2026). - The internship project budgets 520 hours at $25/hour ($13,000) to research nitrogen-reducing wastewater technology approval pathways. - The project plans a demonstration project proposal with monitoring protocol framework and capital budget request.

Prince William County

Recent intent

- Nexus234 Innovation District uses university-connected labs and mentorship to move ideas into real-world products. - The County previously approved a $50,000 EDOF grant to George Mason University for Innovation District planning. - Proposed FY28 Nexus234 budget totals $980,475 with a planned additional $670,000 sought via grants.

Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality

Recent intent

- MDEQ reports 124 of 345 employees had less than five years of service at end of FY2026. - MDEQ cites only 13% of staff having 10 to 15 years of experience and increasing difficulty meeting mission goals. - MDEQ plans to procure the ESRI ArcGIS Pro Enterprise License Agreement and uses AI to improve efficiency and decision-making.

Cochrane (Town)

Recent intent

- Council directed Administration to proceed with the “Recreation Infrastructure Feasibility Study” scope and procurement. - The feasibility study targets indoor ice capacity and indoor turf demand for 10–15 year planning. - $200,000 funding was approved and an RFP is planned for early fall 2026 with ~18 months to complete. - Library Functional Needs Assessment engaged ~400 resident survey respondents and ~286 participants total.

How to use pre-RFP signals

1. Shape the requirement

When you see a budget allocation or strategic plan mention, the agency is just beginning to define their need. Engage now to help write the specs before the RFP goes public.

2. Time your outreach

Don't cold call into the void. Use contract expiration signals to reach out to buyers exactly when they are unhappy with their incumbent or preparing to renew.

3. Arm your SDRs

Replace generic "checking in" emails with hyper-specific context. Reach out referencing their exact meeting minutes, named decision-makers, and approved budget line items.

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What is a pre-RFP signal for research & development services?

A pre-RFP signal is a public-record indicator that a buyer is moving toward a research & development services purchase before they've issued an RFP. Starbridge tracks six categories: meeting mentions, budget allocations, contract expirations, grant awards, leadership changes, and strategic plans.

How early does Starbridge detect research & development services demand?

Six to eighteen months before a formal RFP, on average. The earliest signals are usually board meeting mentions or budget line items.

What sources does Starbridge monitor?

Public meeting minutes, board agendas, budget documents, contract expiration data, grant awards, public job postings, and leadership announcements across all 50 states.

Do I have to talk to sales to get the research & development services report?

No. Enter your work email and the report is sent within minutes. A demo is optional.

What's in the free research & development services report?

Ranked buyers with active research & development services demand in your scope, open RFPs closing soon, expiring contracts with incumbent names, and verified buyer contacts.

How accurate are Starbridge's buyer contacts?

Validated against a 14,000-email test, Starbridge runs a 2% bounce rate. Comparable tools self-report 15 to 25%.

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Island County

Recent intent

- Island County Public Health chartered a “Public Domain Nitrogen-Reducing OSS Technology Initiative” (June 1–Dec 31, 2026). - The internship project budgets 520 hours at $25/hour ($13,000) to research nitrogen-reducing wastewater technology approval pathways. - The project plans a demonstration project proposal with monitoring protocol framework and capital budget request.

Prince William County

Recent intent

- Nexus234 Innovation District uses university-connected labs and mentorship to move ideas into real-world products. - The County previously approved a $50,000 EDOF grant to George Mason University for Innovation District planning. - Proposed FY28 Nexus234 budget totals $980,475 with a planned additional $670,000 sought via grants.

Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality

Recent intent

- MDEQ reports 124 of 345 employees had less than five years of service at end of FY2026. - MDEQ cites only 13% of staff having 10 to 15 years of experience and increasing difficulty meeting mission goals. - MDEQ plans to procure the ESRI ArcGIS Pro Enterprise License Agreement and uses AI to improve efficiency and decision-making.

Cochrane (Town)

Recent intent

- Council directed Administration to proceed with the “Recreation Infrastructure Feasibility Study” scope and procurement. - The feasibility study targets indoor ice capacity and indoor turf demand for 10–15 year planning. - $200,000 funding was approved and an RFP is planned for early fall 2026 with ~18 months to complete. - Library Functional Needs Assessment engaged ~400 resident survey respondents and ~286 participants total.

How to use pre-RFP signals

1. Shape the requirement

When you see a budget allocation or strategic plan mention, the agency is just beginning to define their need. Engage now to help write the specs before the RFP goes public.

2. Time your outreach

Don't cold call into the void. Use contract expiration signals to reach out to buyers exactly when they are unhappy with their incumbent or preparing to renew.

3. Arm your SDRs

Replace generic "checking in" emails with hyper-specific context. Reach out referencing their exact meeting minutes, named decision-makers, and approved budget line items.

FAQs

What is a pre-RFP signal for research & development services?

How early does Starbridge detect research & development services demand?

Six to eighteen months before a formal RFP, on average. The earliest signals are usually board meeting mentions or budget line items.

What sources does Starbridge monitor?

Public meeting minutes, board agendas, budget documents, contract expiration data, grant awards, public job postings, and leadership announcements across all 50 states.

Do I have to talk to sales to get the research & development services report?

No. Enter your work email and the report is sent within minutes. A demo is optional.

What's in the free research & development services report?

Ranked buyers with active research & development services demand in your scope, open RFPs closing soon, expiring contracts with incumbent names, and verified buyer contacts.

How accurate are Starbridge's buyer contacts?

Validated against a 14,000-email test, Starbridge runs a 2% bounce rate. Comparable tools self-report 15 to 25%.

Research & Development Services RFPs, Pre-RFP Signals and Bid Opportunities

Research & Development Services: Pre-RFP Opportunities

Island County Board of County Commissioners Work Session Agenda

Prince William Board of County Supervisors Regular Meeting

Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality Strategic Plan 2028-2032

Cochrane Council Regular Council Meeting

St. Tammany Parish Hazard Mitigation Plan Update 2026

Delaware County Redevelopment Commission Meeting

City of San Leandro Local Hazard Mitigation Plan 2026

Northern Sunrise County Agricultural Service Board Agricultural Service Board Meeting

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Research & Development Services: Pre-RFP Opportunities

Island County Board of County Commissioners Work Session Agenda

Prince William Board of County Supervisors Regular Meeting

Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality Strategic Plan 2028-2032

Cochrane Council Regular Council Meeting

St. Tammany Parish Hazard Mitigation Plan Update 2026

Delaware County Redevelopment Commission Meeting

City of San Leandro Local Hazard Mitigation Plan 2026

Northern Sunrise County Agricultural Service Board Agricultural Service Board Meeting

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How to use pre-RFP signals

1. Shape the requirement

2. Time your outreach

3. Arm your SDRs

FAQs

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