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Army Rapid Capabilities And Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)

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Special Notice: DEPT OF DEFENSE Army Rapid Capabilities And Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) The Army Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) is issuing a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for awards. The BAA seeks White Papers concerning specific Research Interests areas. The Army is not obligated to make any awards under this BAA, and all awards are subject to the availability of funds. The BAA announcement document provides further details. The service being procured is scientific research and development services. This procurement is typically used for the advancement of critical technologies and capabilities for the Army.

TACTICAL Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)

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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation DEPT OF DEFENSE DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE This federal procurement notice is for a TACTICAL Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) issued by the DEPT OF DEFENSE, specifically the DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE. The BAA is being conducted by the Air Force Research Laboratory Directed Energy Directorate. The purpose of this BAA is to solicit proposals for research and development services in the field of Directed Energy. The NAICS Code for this acquisition is 541715 for Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences. The small business size standard is 1,000 employees. The BAA is a five-year announcement that allows for proposal submittals at specified dates and times. Calls will be issued against this BAA to request proposals for specific research efforts. The Calls will contain detailed descriptions of the research effort, anticipated period of performance, and estimated funding profile. Proposals should not be submitted against this overarching BAA. Proposal due dates and times will be specified in each Call announcement. It is important to note that strict security procedures are in place at the installation, and proposals received after the due date and time due to security delays will be considered late. This acquisition is unrestricted and will be awarded through a competitive selection process. The Air Force reserves the right to award any appropriate contract type under the Federal Acquisition Regulation. The anticipated funding for the program is $499M over five years. The Air Force anticipates awarding a minimum of one contract per specific Call, but reserves the right to make multiple awards or no awards. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) before a contract can be awarded. For more information and specific contracting points of contact, please refer to the full text of the announcement. Overall, this federal procurement notice is seeking research and development services in the field of Directed Energy. The Air Force Research Laboratory Directed Energy Directorate is looking for proposals to address specific research efforts in this area. The anticipated funding for the program is $499M over five years. Interested offerors must be registered in SAM before a contract can be awarded.

U.S. ARMY SPACE AND MISSILE DEFENSE COMMAND (USASMDC) SPACE AND MISSILE DEFENSE TECHNICAL CENTER (SMDTC) BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT FOR SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND TEST AND EVALUATION RESEARCH

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The U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC) is soliciting research proposals through a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) focused on science, technology, and test and evaluation research, with the announcement number W9113M-24-R-BAA1. The BAA aims to enhance warfighter capabilities by inviting innovative research from a diverse range of applicants, including educational institutions, nonprofits, and businesses, particularly in areas such as tactical responsive space technology, test and evaluation methodologies, strategic weapon technologies, and hypersonic defeat strategies. This initiative is crucial for advancing military technology to address contemporary and emerging threats, thereby supporting operational effectiveness. Interested parties should submit white papers for initial concept feedback by contacting the designated points of contact, with the BAA open from August 26, 2024, to August 26, 2029, and further details available on the SMDTC webpage.

Directed Energy Technology Experimentation Research (DETER) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) Open Announcement

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Solicitation DEPT OF DEFENSE is seeking Directed Energy Technology Experimentation Research (DETER) services. This research and development opportunity aims to perform R&D, modeling and simulation, design, component/subsystem, prototype risk reduction, fabrication/purchase, assembly, integration, and testing of directed energy source components and systems. The goal is to demonstrate system capabilities through laboratory research, experimentation, and field trials in a relevant environment. The announcement encourages dialogue between prospective Offerors and Government representatives. The solicitation is open for white papers and proposals, with the possibility of collapsing the process into a one-step evaluation. The research will support the development of next-generation technologies and weapon system options for the joint warfighter, with a focus on improving national defense capabilities in the domains of directed energy. The announcement provides specific topic areas for research, including directed energy sources, acquisition tracking pointing and beam control systems, DE weapon systems, DE effects testing, modeling and simulation, wargaming, innovative space domain awareness, experiments and testing, and laboratory materials and supplies. The announcement also outlines the types of contracts/instruments that may be awarded and provides information on estimated program cost, anticipated number of awards, schedule, deliverables, and points of contact.

DEVCOM-SC BOTAA 22-01

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Special Notice: DEPT OF DEFENSE - DEPT OF THE ARMY is seeking funding through Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs) for prototype projects within the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center (DEVCOM SC)'s Areas of Interest. DEVCOM SC is interested in the development of enabling technologies that speed up the advanced development process. The process involves submitting preproposals, followed by a Request for Full Proposal (RFFP) if there is interest. The offeror will then prepare and submit the full proposal for evaluation. Successful proposals may receive awards based on the availability of funds. For more information, refer to the DEVCOM-SC BOTAA Document attached. The mission of DEVCOM SC is to maximize the Warfighter's survivability, sustainability, mobility, combat effectiveness, and field quality of life.

OUSD R&E Seeks Industry Collaboration to Close Critical Capability Gaps

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The Department of Defense (DoD) issues a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) under the auspices of the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD R&E). The goal is to accelerate the development and adoption of innovative technologies to address critical capability gaps in defense applications. This opportunity seeks to foster collaboration between the DoD and industry partners. The focus is on exchanging developmental capabilities and maturing technologies, specifically those falling within Technology Readiness Levels 3 through 7. The DoD aims to establish non-funded Information Exchange Agreements (IEAs) to facilitate the exchange of technical information. Additionally, Other Transaction (OT) agreements will be considered for research, prototyping, and potential follow-on production. The BAA encourages submissions from a diverse range of organizations, including large businesses, small disadvantaged businesses, and minority institutions. These submissions should address specific Capability Focus Areas (CFA) detailed in periodic amendments. The initial CFA seeks concepts and technologies for assured space operations and improved multi-domain collaborative autonomy. Interested parties should submit concise white papers or presentations outlining their concepts, technologies, or solutions. White papers should be limited to two pages, while presentations should not exceed four pages. Submissions will be evaluated based on their relevance, technical merit, and alignment with the DoD's objectives and mission. The BAA will remain open for one year, and amendments containing new CFAs will be posted with a 45-day deadline for submissions. Virtual Industry Day is scheduled for June 28, 2024, providing an opportunity for potential applicants to gain further clarification and insight. For general inquiries, contact the Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) RPAB through the provided email address. Technical questions should be directed to the designated Technical Point of Contact. Ensure that all submissions and inquiries reference the BOTA number HQ003424BOTA1.

BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT (BAA) for Extramural Biomedical and Human Performance Research and Development - HT9425-23-S-SOC1

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Special Notice DEPT OF DEFENSE is seeking proposals for extramural biomedical research and development. This opportunity is issued by the DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA) under the BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT (BAA) HT9425-23-S-SOC1. The purpose of this BAA is to solicit research and development ideas to advance the state-of-the-art or increase knowledge in the field. The projects funded under this BAA should focus on basic and applied research rather than the development of specific systems or hardware solutions. The research and development funding is expected to benefit both military and civilian medical practice and knowledge. Interested parties must submit a pre-proposal through the electronic Biomedical Research Application Portal (eBRAP). If selected, the offeror will be invited to submit a full proposal or application through Grants.gov. The BAA is open for a 5-year period, from August 1, 2023, to July 31, 2028. The BAA with revised research areas of interest and General Submission Instructions can be found on Grants.gov using opportunity number HT9425-23-S-SOC1.

Broad Agency Announcement Emerging Technologies

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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation DEPT OF DEFENSE DEPT OF THE ARMY: The Broad Agency Announcement Emerging Technologies is seeking proposals and white papers for the research and development of technologies to meet the technology needs of the U.S. Army's Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Armaments Center (AC) at Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey. The aim is to advance the development and maturation of armament and associated systems through interactive collaborations with industry and academia. Proposals and white papers should focus on scientific study and experimentation to advance the state of the art or increase knowledge and understanding within the Armaments Center's technical community. Interested parties are encouraged to contact the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) for more information. The BAA is continuously open, and proposals and white papers may be submitted within the specified solicitation cycle. Amendments to the BAA will be posted on the beta.SAM.gov website.

Threat Systems Management Office Operational Test and Evaluation (TSMO)

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The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting proposals for the Threat Systems Management Office Operational Test and Evaluation (TSMO) project. This procurement aims to engage services related to the operational testing and evaluation of defense systems, which are critical for ensuring the effectiveness and reliability of military capabilities. Interested vendors can find further details by logging into the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) and searching for solicitation number FA248724RB009. For inquiries, potential bidders may contact Stephanie Pella at stephanie.pella@us.af.mil or Melissa Hoover at melissa.hoover.1@us.af.mil, with the procurement process expected to unfold in the coming months.

Pioneering Aerospace Capabilities, Engineering and Research

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The Department of Defense, through the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), is soliciting proposals for the "Pioneering Aerospace Capabilities, Engineering and Research" initiative, aimed at advancing transformative aerospace technologies. This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) invites innovative research and development efforts to mature specific technologies to appropriate technology readiness levels (TRL), focusing on enhancing military capabilities and ensuring a decisive advantage for warfighters. The initiative encompasses various areas, including high-speed systems, autonomous controls, and propulsion technologies, with a total funding potential of up to $500 million for multiple contracts over a 20-year period. Interested parties should submit white papers by May 10, 2043, and can direct inquiries to Katherine Ryan at AFRL.RQ.PACERBAA@us.af.mil for further information.

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