Science and Technology Broad Agency Announcement

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) issues a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) soliciting proposals for innovative research and development in undersea technology. The BAA covers 27 specific subject areas, including submarine sonar, undersea communications, unmanned underwater vehicle technology, and various anti-submarine warfare technologies. It serves as an open invitation for industry participants to submit research proposals, aiming to foster collaboration in the development of solutions that enhance naval capabilities. Proposals will be evaluated without a formal Request for Proposals, and funding will come from various sources including RDT&E and RDDA, with no grants awarded. Offerors are encouraged to identify past investments that leverage NUWCDIVNPT's limited funds. The selection process will review white papers for merit and relevance, leading to potential full proposal invitations for “Promising” submissions. This document emphasizes the importance of advanced and innovative technology in modern naval operations, while outlining submission procedures and evaluation criteria, all while safeguarding sensitive information. The BAA remains open for approximately five years, allowing continuous proposal submissions during that period.