NIGP 91796: Wind Tunnel Services

NIGP 91796 Wind Tunnel Services is an Item code that in current state and local procurement activity encompasses subject matter expertise and curriculum development consulting for advanced technical education, particularly in semiconductor manufacturing, cleanroom operations, and related microelectronics fields. State and local educational institutions—community colleges and workforce development programs—use this code to procure professional consulting services for program design, curriculum review, industry alignment assessment, and hands-on laboratory module evaluation. The work involves expert review of educational objectives against industry standards, evaluation of student assessment techniques, and recommendations for certifications and industry partnerships. Vendors typically bring minimum three years of experience in workforce education strategy and the specific technical domain being taught.

Valencia College, a Florida community college, posted a Quote Request (QR 2026-06) on April 13, 2026, seeking subject matter expertise to develop and review curricula for a semiconductor cleanroom operations certificate, a laser and photonics credit certificate, and an Associate of Science degree in Semiconductor Engineering Technology, with quotes due August 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The engagement runs September 1, 2025, through December 1, 2025, with potential extension, and is funded through a Florida Department of Education Workforce Development Capitalization Incentive Grant and a National Science Foundation Semiconductor Engines grant. Valencia College reserves the right to award to one or multiple firms based on lowest responsive and responsible offer, with pricing structured hourly for all services, materials, supplies, travel, equipment, and labor. Federal contract provisions apply for awards exceeding $100,000.