J&A for Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) Advanced Testing and Technical Assistance (T&TA) for System Vulnerabilities and Assessments
ID: HDTRA122F0022Type: Justification
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY (DTRA)DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCYFORT BELVOIR, VA, 22060-6201, USA

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEFENSE-RELATED ACTIVITIES; APPLIED RESEARCH (AC32)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/dea5df1e0ff046e2a0fd9a70cfa8102c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), is seeking advanced testing and technical assistance (T&TA) related to Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) for system vulnerabilities and assessments. This procurement aims to enhance the understanding and mitigation of vulnerabilities associated with EMP threats, which are critical for national defense and security. The opportunity is based in Reston, Virginia, and interested parties can reach out to Michelle Sands at michelle.r.sands2.civ@mail.mil for further details. The Justification and Approval document outlining the specifics of this opportunity is attached for review.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michelle Sands
    michelle.r.sands2.civ@mail.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    ETFO_TTA Final_Redacted 2-27-2023.pdf
    The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) intends to sole-source a contract to Leidos for electromagnetic pulse (EMP) advanced testing and technical assistance, justifying this decision based on Leidos' unique expertise and capabilities that are not available from other contractors. This third task order will span approximately 33 months, with an estimated cost of $24.24 million, supporting various defense agencies in improving EMP hardening technologies. Market research indicated no other company possesses the comprehensive qualifications necessary for the required services, affirming Leidos' sole source status under the Exception to Fair Opportunity.
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