DEVCOM GVSC Ground Vehicle Acquisition Summit
Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW4GH CCDC GROUND VEHICLE SYSWARREN, MI, 48397-5000, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/9d0d4f08b7d4447c9237bd437929cbd2/view
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    Posted Mar 24, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Mar 24, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Jul 24, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
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The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC), is hosting the Ground Vehicle Acquisition Summit on July 31, 2025, at Macomb Community College in Warren, Michigan. This summit aims to connect industry representatives, academic institutions, and government entities with opportunities in ground vehicle systems technology and acquisition processes, featuring direct engagement with GVSC's Acquisition Management Office and the Strategic Plans and Communication Office. Participants will explore various contracting mechanisms, including Broad Agency Announcements (BAA) and Commercial Solution Openings (CSO), which are crucial for procuring research and development projects in the defense sector. Registration is open until July 24, 2025, at 12:00 pm, with no attendance fee; however, space is limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Kim James at kim.d.james2.civ@army.mil.

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Kim James
kim.d.james2.civ@army.mil
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Mar 24, 2025, 1:04 PM UTC
The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC) is hosting the Ground Vehicle Acquisition Summit on July 31, 2025, at Macomb Community College in Warren, MI. This event aims to inform and connect industry representatives, academic institutions, and government bodies with opportunities in ground vehicle systems technology and acquisition processes. Attendees will engage directly with GVSC's Acquisition Management Office and the Strategic Plans and Communication Office, exploring various contracting mechanisms including Broad Agency Announcements (BAA), Commercial Solution Openings (CSO), and others pivotal in procuring research and development projects. The summit will allow participants to network, share innovative solutions, and understand the contracting processes essential in the defense sector. Registration is open until July 24, 2025, with no attendance fee, but space is limited. The event does not obligate the government for proposals or reimbursements and emphasizes voluntary participation with potential information disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act. This summit represents a significant opportunity for stakeholders in ground vehicle systems to advance their contributions to defense projects.
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