DRAFT RFP GPS Engineering, Analysis, and Remote Site Sustainment III (GEARSS III)
ID: FA882325RB002Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8823 SUSTAINMENT MCPNT SSC/PKLPETERSON AFB, CO, 80914-2900, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/de03285846224a54b14fbf2fa461fe55/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is preparing to release a Draft Request for Proposal (RFP) for the GPS Engineering, Analysis, and Remote Site Sustainment III (GEARSS III) project. This procurement aims to secure research and development services in the physical, engineering, and life sciences sectors, focusing on enhancing GPS capabilities and sustaining remote sites. The initiative is critical for maintaining operational readiness and technological advancement within the Air Force's GPS systems. Interested small businesses are encouraged to reach out to Matthew Buchanan at matthew.buchanan@spaceforce.mil or 719-554-8447, or Christopher Cook at christopher.cook.62@spaceforce.mil or 405-471-1465 for further details, as this opportunity is set aside for total small business participation under FAR 19.5.

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