Empire State Development

Buyer seeks to designate ten Centers for Advanced Technology to spur technology-based applied research and economic growth in New York. The centers will encourage applied research collaboration with industry, promote workforce development, leverage state funds, and increase competitiveness of New York companies. Buyer anticipates funding up to $903,954 annually per center for a ten-year designation period. Centers will focus on collaborative research, industry education, and developing referral networks in specific technology areas.

• 11/8/2024 - Written questions due
• 12/31/2024 - Proposal Due Date
• 7/1/2025 - Contract start date

• Maintain at least one on-site doctoral program in related research field
• Demonstrate ability to meet matching funds requirements

• Conduct collaborative applied research and technology transfer with industry
• Provide industry-oriented education and training
• Develop outreach and referral networks
• Partner with other organizations in technology focus areas
• Promote growth of industries benefiting from the technology area
• Expand resources to contribute to economic growth in New York
• Create and support new business development
• Assist small New York State companies
• Attract funds from non-New York State companies
• Foster an environment encouraging companies to expand/relocate to New York