National Advanced Driving Simulator (NADS)
ID: 693JJ921D000039Type: Justification
Overview

Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION693JJ9 NHTSA OFFICE OF ACQUISTIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20590, USA

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GENERAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY R&D SVCS; GENERAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY; R&D FACILITIES & MAJ EQUIP (AJ15)

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https://sam.gov/opp/938203ffce614234899c6d9c71dec940/view
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    Description

    The Department of Transportation, specifically the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), is seeking contractors for the National Advanced Driving Simulator (NADS) project. The procurement involves issuing Task Orders of variable scope and duration, focusing on utilizing the unique capabilities of the NADS system to simulate experimental driving scenarios that cannot be replicated on traditional test tracks or open roads, such as imminent collision or distracted driving situations. This initiative is crucial for advancing research in driver safety and vehicle technology, ultimately contributing to improved traffic safety measures. Interested parties can reach out to primary contact Danna Brooks at danna.brooks@dot.gov or secondary contact Reba Dyer at reba.dyer@dot.gov for further information regarding this opportunity.

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    Danna Brooks
    danna.brooks@dot.gov
    Reba Dyer
    reba.dyer@dot.gov
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