Directed Energy Technology Experimentation Research (DETER) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) Open Announcement
ID: FA9451-21-S-0001Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9451 AFRL RDKKIRTLAND AFB, NM, 87117, USA

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEFENSE-RELATED ACTIVITIES; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AC33)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bdeff157d5374361be525c4e740bebb2/view
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    Description

    Solicitation DEPT OF DEFENSE is seeking Directed Energy Technology Experimentation Research (DETER) services. This research and development opportunity aims to perform R&D, modeling and simulation, design, component/subsystem, prototype risk reduction, fabrication/purchase, assembly, integration, and testing of directed energy source components and systems. The goal is to demonstrate system capabilities through laboratory research, experimentation, and field trials in a relevant environment. The announcement encourages dialogue between prospective Offerors and Government representatives. The solicitation is open for white papers and proposals, with the possibility of collapsing the process into a one-step evaluation. The research will support the development of next-generation technologies and weapon system options for the joint warfighter, with a focus on improving national defense capabilities in the domains of directed energy. The announcement provides specific topic areas for research, including directed energy sources, acquisition tracking pointing and beam control systems, DE weapon systems, DE effects testing, modeling and simulation, wargaming, innovative space domain awareness, experiments and testing, and laboratory materials and supplies. The announcement also outlines the types of contracts/instruments that may be awarded and provides information on estimated program cost, anticipated number of awards, schedule, deliverables, and points of contact.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Bill Sherrod
    afrl.deter.ara@us.af.mil
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