Anti-Submarine Warfare Development for Undersea Systems
ID: N0002424R5243Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSEA HQWASHINGTON NAVY YARD, DC, 20376-5000, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE - MILITARY; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AC13)
Timeline
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    Posted Jan 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Jan 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Jan 23, 2025, 4:59 AM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), is preparing to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the development of advanced signal processing, tracking algorithms, tools, and display technologies for Undersea Warfare Systems. The primary objective is to enhance the Undersea Warfare Decision Support System (USW DSS) and the Advanced Processing and Capability Builds for Surface Ship and Submarine systems. This initiative is critical for improving combat system capabilities in undersea warfare, ensuring the effectiveness and readiness of naval operations. Interested parties may submit capability statements or proposals for consideration, with the anticipated contract award date set for the third quarter of FY25, encompassing a base year and four option years. For further inquiries, contact Benjamin Vesey at benjamin.j.vesey.civ@us.navy.mil or Benjamin Smallenbroek at benjamin.m.smallenbroek.civ@us.navy.mil.

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