Space Environment Technologies and Science (SETS) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
ID: FA9453-23-R-X001Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9453 AFRL RVKKIRTLAND AFB, NM, 87117, USA

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE - MILITARY; APPLIED RESEARCH (AC12)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bebdf56ac5e14e94bb7187774f594f9a/view
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    Description

    Sources Sought DEPT OF DEFENSE Space Environment Technologies and Science (SETS): The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking sources capable of supporting the Air Force Research Laboratory Space Vehicles Geo-Space Division (AFRL/RVB) Geospace Environment Impacts and Applications Program. The program aims to conduct fundamental and advanced research in space and environmental impacts technologies. They are interested in understanding and quantifying the impact of the space environment on Department of Defense and national security systems. The program is particularly interested in topics such as advanced environmental observing systems, solar activity prediction models, ionospheric conditions, magnetospheric activity, satellite drag, and effects on communication and radar systems. The Air Force Research Laboratory is looking for potential prime contractors who can form teaming arrangements with subcontractors to support the program's requirements. Interested offerors are requested to submit their Statement of Capabilities (SOC) by July 21, 2023, to the contracting points of contact listed in the document.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jessica Perez
    jessica.perez.23@spaceforce.mil
    Ever Orozco Perea
    ever.orozco-perea@spaceforce.mil
    Files
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    SETS Full Text Announcement Final.pdf
    SETS RFI.docx
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