Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a leading center for scientific discovery in chemistry, data analytics, and Earth science, and for technological innovation in sustainable energy and national security. PNNL advances the frontiers of knowledge, taking on some of the world’s greatest science and technology challenges. Distinctive strengths in chemistry, Earth sciences, biology, and data science are central to our scientific discovery mission. Our research lays a foundation for innovations that advance sustainable energy through decarbonization and energy storage and enhance national security through nuclear materials and threat analyses. PNNL collaborates with academia in fundamental research and with industry to transition technologies to market.

As a Department of Energy Office of Science national research and development laboratory, we are dedicated to competitively procuring high quality supplies and services to the best of our ability in a cost-effective and timely manner. for the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. We seek competition to the fullest extent possible and are dedicated to the highest standards of ethical conduct throughout the acquisition process, providing fair opportunity to all businesses who wish to work with us. In support of the US Department of Energy's socioeconomic objectives, we strive to place a fair portion of our total acquisitions with qualified small businesses, small disadvantaged firms, woman-owned, veteran-owned, and HUBZone small business concerns.

PNNL missions are diverse and as such, PNNL procures an broad spectrum of goods and services through three purchasing mechanisms: subcontracts, Purchasing Card, and Business-to-Business (B2B) transactions. Typical purchases include:

• Scientific and laboratory equipment
• Energy and efficiency resources
• Security systems and products
• Computational tools and Information Technology Services
• Construction services
• Facilities and infrastructure equipment

Companies big and small are realizing the competitive advantages of working with PNNL and its researchers. They do so via partnerships, licensing agreements and technology transfer, and PNNL’s unique “Tech Trek” entrepreneurial leave program. Some even sponsor research to meet their specific needs. We invite you to partner with us in providing world-class science and technology for the betterment of our nation.