Future Target Control Systems (FTCS)
ID: FA8678-23-TCS-R0003Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8678 AFLCMC EBAYEGLIN AFB, FL, 32542-6895, USA

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT (5895)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/24710d214e06415597616028137bd4d6/view
Timeline
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    Posted Sep 11, 2023 9:21 PM
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    Updated Oct 10, 2023 7:22 PM
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    Due Oct 18, 2023 9:00 PM
Description

Sources Sought DEPT OF DEFENSE is seeking Future Target Control Systems (FTCS) for the Aerial Targets Branch at Eglin AFB, FL. The FTCS is needed to enable realistic air-to-air and surface-to-air tests in support of development, Live Fire Test & Evaluation (LFT&E), and Weapons System Evaluation Program (WSEP) assessment. The FTCS must support future (5th/6th GEN) LFT&E requirements and reduce reliance on range infrastructure. Capability gaps have been identified reflecting performance, management, and adaptability shortfalls.

Point(s) of Contact
Marlisa Price
(850) 883-7027
marlisa.price@us.af.mil
1st Lt Cameron D. Newton
(850) 883-2976
cameron.newton.2@us.af.mil
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