Advanced Threat Warner (ATW) Continued Development
ID: H9224125SSN0003Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUS SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM)AMSAM-SPKFORT EUSTIS, VA, 23604-5577, USA

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/dd599099515c4440b667e33b9dddbe23/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 19, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 19, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 3, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) is seeking qualified contractors for the continued development of the Advanced Threat Warner (ATW), an infrared detection system historically provided by Northrop Grumman. This sources sought notice aims to conduct market research for software and engineering development services, specifically targeting small businesses capable of meeting the requirements without access to Northrop Grumman’s technical data. The ATW system plays a critical role in enhancing operational capabilities by providing advanced threat detection for military applications. Interested vendors must submit a statement of interest, including company qualifications and relevant experience, by April 3, 2025, to Chase Brasher at chase.w.brasher.civ@socom.mil, as participation in future solicitations will require separate submissions.

Point(s) of Contact
Chase Brasher
chase.w.brasher.civ@socom.mil
Files
Title
Posted
Sources Sought Notice.pdf
Mar 19, 2025, 7:06 PM UTC
The Technology Application Program Office (TAPO) is issuing a sources sought notice to conduct market research for contractor software and engineering development services for the Advanced Threat Warner (ATW) fielded Infrared (IR) detection system, historically provided by Northrop Grumman. This notice, compliant with FAR and DFARS guidelines, is aimed at identifying small businesses capable of fulfilling the requirement. The government seeks to ascertain the viability of its acquisition strategy, which may affect future solicitations. Interested vendors are invited to submit a statement of interest, including company qualifications and relevant experience. Responses are due by April 3, 2025, and should adhere to specific guidelines, such as including company details, project capabilities without access to Northrop Grumman’s technical data, and compliance with proposed NAICS codes. The document emphasizes that the response is voluntary and does not obligate the government to issue a contract; participation in any future RFPs will require separate submissions.
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