Each project timeline differs in complexity and structure based on the requirement. However, the typical timeframe from prototype project request issuance to project agreement finalization is 60-90 days.
NSTXL releases prototype project requests on demand, year-round. The requesting program offices will determine the frequency of the release of prototype project requests.
The Government requirement sponsor will identify subject matter experts appropriate to conduct a fair and reasonable evaluation and provide selection recommendations to the Agreements Officer. NSTXL does not play a part in the selection of any vendors.
A prototype project can generally be described as a preliminary pilot, test, evaluation, demonstration, or agile development activity used to evaluate the technical or manufacturing feasibility or military utility of a particular technology, process, concept, end item, effect, or other discrete feature. Prototype projects may include systems, subsystems, components, materials, ►
Yes, compliance to EARS and ITAR is required. Any firm large or small must comply with US regulations and laws, no matter the level of effort. Both the Government and NSTXL realize that complying with Export Controls (EARS and ITAR) will take more resources. The Government is required to identify ►
There is no statutory definition of “Significant Extent/Participation”; however, examples of what might be considered a significant contribution include:
Yes, some projects may be classified programs. The Government will identify projects requiring use of classified data in the Request for Solutions. Classified programs require the close involvement of the Government’s security staff to assess and approve Consortium Members for access and control of classified data.
We don’t offer memberships to specific OTAs. Instead, we offer membership to NSTXL, which provides your firm access to all of our OTAs. Currently, NSTXL is the consortium manager for three OTAs, TReX, S2MARTS, and SpEC, but we are bidding on many more. As we manage more OTAs, there is ►
No, NSTXL does not add a cost on top of the Performer’s Project invoice or take a percent of the invoice. NSTXL is paid a management fee by the Government which is a percentage of the total Project Award. This fee does not affect the nominal value of the award ►
Yes, the NDAA FY18 made changes to the Small Business Innovation Research (“SBIR”) and Small Business Technology Transfer (“STTR”) programs (Section 864: Other Transaction Authority for Certain Prototype Projects). This (1) increases the amount of funding that can be authorized through the rapid prototyping program from $50 to $100 million ►
