Technical Research Services for the FHWA Office of Safety and Operations Research and Development Saxton Transportation Operations Laboratory (STOL4)

The Federal Highway Administration is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice for Technical Research Services to support the Saxton Transportation Operations Laboratory (STOL4) under solicitation number 693JJ3-26-SS-0001. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive non-personal technical research services including managing and operating the STOL facility, conducting research to improve transportation safety and operations, supporting technology transfer initiatives, and developing communications products. Key research focus areas encompass improving highway safety, strengthening transportation planning, reducing traffic congestion, and enhancing freight productivity through implementation of advanced technologies such as smart infrastructure, connected and automated vehicles, and artificial intelligence applications. Interested organizations must submit their responses electronically as a 15-page PDF to the specified government email addresses by Noon Local Time on October 21, 2025. The cover page must include essential company information including name, point of contact, UEI number, NAICS codes, business size classification, and socioeconomic status.

This opportunity does not include any set-aside designations and is open to all eligible contractors. Leidos currently serves as the incumbent contractor, performing these technical research services under an existing 5-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contract structure. The current contract carries a ceiling value of $75 million, indicating the significant scope and value of the research services being provided. The government emphasizes that this Sources Sought Notice represents market research activities only and does not constitute a commitment to issue a specific solicitation or make any contract award. The contract classification falls under NAICS code 541715 for Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences, reflecting the technical and scientific nature of the required services. Organizations interested in this opportunity should prepare comprehensive capability statements demonstrating their technical expertise in transportation research and laboratory operations management.