Anti-Submarine Warfare Development for Undersea Systems
ID: N00024-25-R-5244Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSEA HQWASHINGTON NAVY YARD, DC, 20376-5000, USA

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

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NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE - MILITARY; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AC13)

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https://sam.gov/opp/92709791dd8c42c8a843e44bb339c4a7/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy through NAVSEA HQ, is seeking proposals for the development of anti-submarine warfare capabilities for undersea systems. This presolicitation opportunity focuses on research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences, aimed at enhancing national defense through innovative military solutions. The work will be performed in New London, Connecticut, and is critical for advancing the United States' undersea warfare capabilities. Interested parties can reach out to Phoebe Fisher at phoebe.g.fisher.civ@us.navy.mil or call 202-826-7831, or contact Benjamin Smallenbroek at benjamin.m.smallenbroek.civ@us.navy.mil or 202-781-2728 for further details.

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