Intelligence Exploitation and Targeting Systems
ID: N6893625R0030Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTERCHINA LAKE, CA, 93555-6018, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE - MILITARY; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AC13)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD), is seeking sources for the development of Intelligence Exploitation and Targeting Systems. This sources sought notice aims to assess the industrial capabilities of potential contractors, with a focus on firms that can demonstrate their experience and ability to deliver high-quality, reliable solutions in accordance with NAICS code 541715, which pertains to Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Interested firms are invited to submit a written response, including a capability statement, within 10 days of the notice's publication, referencing solicitation number N6893625R0030. For further inquiries, potential respondents may contact Julie Dack at julie.j.dack.civ@us.navy.mil or Joel Ashworth at joel.b.ashworth.civ@us.navy.mil.

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