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)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3340c76b2d6b4050bcba063c7e49db59/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting proposals for the Global Positioning System (GPS) Engineering, Analysis, and Remote Site Sustainment III (GEARSS III) contract. This procurement aims to secure engineering and analytical services, as well as sustainment support for GPS operations at various military installations, including Schriever Space Force Base and Vandenberg Space Force Base. The selected contractor will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing GPS capabilities, which are vital for national defense and military operations. Proposals are due by May 12, 2025, and interested small businesses should contact Matthew Buchanan at matthew.buchanan@spaceforce.mil or Christopher Cook at christopher.cook.62@spaceforce.mil for further information and access to the Bidder’s Library.

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