DOING BUSINESS

With NSRI

Responsive, experienced team serving the DOW

In 2012, the University of Nebraska System (NU) was designated as a U.S. Department of War (DOW) University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) with core competencies identified to deter, counter and defend against national security threats.

To accomplish this mission, NU developed the National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI), which is dedicated to supporting national interests and strategies by providing the DOW and other federal agencies with evolutionary and revolutionary solutions to the dangerous and evolving national security threats and their potential impacts to warfighters and civilians.

Benefits of doing business with NSRI

Comprehensive knowledge of sponsors’ requirements and problems
Broad access to information, including proprietary data
Broad corporate knowledge
Independency and objectivity
Quick response capability
Current operational experience
Freedom from real and/or perceived conflicts of interest

Learn more about DOW-designated UARCs via the DOW UARC Management Plan.

Funding Mechanisms

As a UARC, NSRI accesses an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract vehicle through its sponsor, U.S. Strategic Command, which shortens the timeline from identification of need to contract award and creates trusted, collaborative relationships. NSRI also accepts funding from direct contracting vehicles, other transactions, cooperative agreements and grants.

Contracts

UARC IDIQ Vehicle

Legally allowed to be sole sourced under authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(3)(b)
5-year contract
Current ordering period through February 2026 – task orders may extend through February 2029
Transfer of funds (e.g., MIPR, IAA, etc.) coordinated with USSTRATCOM

Other Funding Mechanisms

Direct Contracts
Other Transactions
Cooperative Agreements
Government Purchase Card
Authorization, Agreement and Certification of Training (SF-182)
Grants

Integrated Team Processes

To reduce contracting cycle time and rework while fulfilling the requirements that support the mission, NSRI works with key partners in an integrated team process that establishes an open, effective line of communication.

Commitment

Obtain and maintain senior management support and approval to empower ITP team members to make real-time decisions.

Communication

Open, two-way communication to identify issues early and ensure joint understanding of requirements.

Cooperation

Promote teamwork to build trust and confidence.

UARC Contracting Process

Our Integrated Team Process significantly reduces the contracting timeline and increases responsiveness to requirements.

Teams

◆ Requesting Sponsor

■ NSRI

● 55th Contracting Squadron

USSTRATCOM facilitates and assists throughout the process.

1: Performance Work Statement (PWS) Development

◆■ Identify requirements and budget

◆■ Draft PWS through collaborative process

◆ Commit Funding

◆ Create Independent Government Estimate

◆ Identify Contracting Officer Representative (COR)

■ Draft Proposal

2: Request For Proposal (RFP)

◆■● Formal PWS review

● Release of RFP

■ Proposal Submission

3: Proposal Review & Award

◆ ● Preform technical and cost analysis

◆ COR training

● Contact team reviews

■● Negotiations

● Process Award Documentation

Establish a Direct Connection

Government agencies may desire a direct contract, single task or IDIQ, with our institute to:

Directly manage the contract process. In this case, the tasking sponsor has more control over the timing of processing tasking requirements to NSRI.
Create a statement of work that matches precisely with sponsor requirements.
Make DD-254 security specifications match precisely with sponsor requirements.
Allow use of their contract by other agencies for a fee.

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As the University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) designated by the U.S. Department of War, sponsored by U.S. Strategic Command and the University of Nebraska System, the National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) delivers solutions for strategic deterrence and CWMD mission requirements gaps. Our rapid-response capabilities and efficient contracting vehicle can help federal government program managers meet critical research and development needs. Connect with us to learn more.

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