Opportunity to Commercialize Sandia National Lab’s Green Decontamination Foam
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
National Technology & Engineering Solutions of Sandia, LLC (NTESS), on behalf of Sandia National Laboratories, is seeking a commercialization partner to license the patent for its Green Decontamination Foam. This opportunity aims to bring products based on this innovative technology to market. This is a Special Notice open exclusively to United States owned companies operating within the U.S. Letters of Intent are due by June 27th.
Opportunity Details
Sandia's Green Decontamination Foam is a new, sprayable, peroxide-based decontaminant designed for routine application in public areas. It addresses limitations of previous formulations by using food and cosmetic-grade materials and ultra-high purity components, making it easier to transport, gentler on surfaces, and leaving minimal residue. Unlike prior versions, it does not contain harsh chemicals or liquid hydrogen peroxide.
Information Sought
NTESS is requesting non-proprietary Letters of Intent (LOI) from interested parties. The LOI should be brief (2-3 pages) and include:
- Description of the respondent's business, market access for similar products, and financial resources.
- Description of manufacturing capabilities (direct or through partners).
- Ability to obtain necessary regulatory approval for decontamination/cleaning products.
- Experience licensing technology from R&D organizations (e.g., FFRDCs, Universities, National Labs).
- Basic corporate information (location, leadership, structure, ownership).
Submission & Timeline
- Response Type: Non-proprietary Letter of Intent
- Submission Method: Email to ip@sandia.gov
- Subject Line: "Interest in Commercializing Green Decon Foam"
- Attachments: Max 10MB, .docx, .doc, or .pdf formats only.
- Response Due: June 27th (no later than)
- Published: May 28, 2026
Evaluation & Next Steps
All responses will be reviewed. NTESS will contact selected companies and invite them to submit a full licensing proposal. These companies will enter into a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) with NTESS, and further instructions and selection criteria will be provided for the full proposal stage. This notice is for information gathering; responses are voluntary, and Sandia will not pay for submitted information.
Keywords
Licensing opportunity, Commercialization, Decontamination, Decon foam, Green Decon Foam, Environmentally safe, Low residue, Peroxide-based, Sprayable, Non-toxic.