Tactical Combat and Electronic Warfare Systems Research and Development
ID: N0017325RGG04Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORYWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEFENSE-RELATED ACTIVITIES; BASIC RESEARCH (AC31)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/04acd733466a4a7bbc461865668b01cc/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), is seeking engineering support services for Tactical Combat and Electronic Warfare Systems Research and Development. The procurement aims to enhance Electronic Warfare (EW) capabilities by focusing on systems engineering, hardware development, modeling and simulation, and test initiatives, with specific tasks outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW). This initiative is crucial for advancing EW systems and ensuring effective integration across multiple platforms within the U.S. Navy, reflecting the government's commitment to modernizing naval warfare capabilities. Interested small businesses must have an active registration in the SAM database and are encouraged to monitor the SAM website for the anticipated solicitation release by October 31, 2024. For further inquiries, contact Gabrielle Giles at gabrielle.l.giles.civ@us.navy.mil or Rick Savelli at rick.n.savelli.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    Gabrielle Giles
    gabrielle.l.giles.civ@us.navy.mil
    Rick Savelli
    rick.n.savelli.civ@us.navy.mil
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    Attachment 1 - DRAFT MAC IDIQ SOW.pdf
    The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) has outlined a Request for Proposal (RFP) for contractor support in Tactical Combat and Electronic Warfare Systems Research and Development. The main mission involves enhancing Electronic Warfare (EW) capabilities through systems engineering, modeling and simulation (M&S), hardware development, and testing initiatives. The contract encompasses a wide range of tasks, including managing testbeds, developing advanced EW technologies, and supporting at-sea exercises for combat systems. Key areas addressed in the Statement of Work include technical requirements related to systems engineering, hardware development, live fire events, and data collection. Contractors must provide comprehensive management and technical expertise while adhering to stringent security protocols, including various clearance levels for personnel. The NRL seeks collaboration to advance EW systems, emphasizing the importance of fidelity in modeling and testing against live data. The contractor will also play a vital role in the integration and coordination of EW efforts across multiple platforms within the U.S. Navy. This initiative reflects the government's commitment to modernizing and enhancing naval warfare capabilities while adhering to demanding technical and security standards.
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