FY 24 Propulsion and Power Technology Development Program Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
ID: N00421-23-NORFP-445000A-0036Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIVPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-1545, 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; R&D ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES (AC14)
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    Sources Sought DEPT OF DEFENSE DEPT OF THE NAVY is seeking white papers for the Propulsion and Power Technology Development Program. This program aims to develop technology for Naval Air Vehicles. The solicitation is detailed in the NAVAIR publication "Guide to Naval Aviation Propulsion and Power Technology Development Programs for Fiscal Year 2024." Evaluations will be based on scientific and technical merits, relevance to technology areas of interest, operational military utility, transition readiness, suitability for Navy systems, and affordability. Cost plus fixed fee, cost sharing, and cost contracts are anticipated. White paper submissions are due by September 30, 2024. Educational institutions and various small business concerns are encouraged to submit proposals.

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