Innovative Technology Solutions & Support Services for Project Dynamis
ID: M68909-I-25-7615Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYSUPPLY OFFICERCAMP PENDLETON, CA, 92055-5171, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

GENERAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY R&D SVCS; GENERAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY; R&D FACILITIES & MAJ EQUIP (AJ15)

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https://sam.gov/opp/14b0af6c8bff42b1afc1db9cf31bded7/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is seeking innovative technology solutions and support services for Project Dynamis, aimed at enhancing the Marine Corps' capabilities in Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2). This Request for Information (RFI) is intended to identify capable vendors who can provide technical expertise in areas such as networks, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and modeling & simulation, as part of a structured experimentation framework to guide modernization efforts within the U.S. Marine Corps. The initiative is crucial for maintaining technological superiority and adaptability in contested environments, aligning with strategic frameworks like Force Design 2030 and Zero Trust strategies. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by March 25, 2025, and can contact Barbara J. Hawes at barbara.hawes@usmc.mil or Beverly L. Hobbs at beverly.hobbs@usmc.mil for further information.

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    Barbara J. Hawes
    barbara.hawes@usmc.mil
    Beverly L. Hobbs
    beverly.hobbs@usmc.mil
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    RFI.pdf
    The Marine Forces Pacific (MARFORPAC) issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking innovative technology solutions and support services for Project Dynamis, aimed at enhancing the Marine Corps’ role in Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2) as part of Project Overmatch. The RFI is a preliminary measure for market research to identify capable vendors and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award contracts. Interested entities must provide technical capabilities, experience, and integration potential relevant to various technical areas, including networks, AI, cybersecurity, and modeling & simulation. The Project Dynamis initiative follows a structured experimentation framework to gather data through phases of design, execution, and assessment, ultimately guiding modernization efforts within the U.S. Marine Corps. Key focus areas include deploying prototypes, improving interoperability, and aligning with strategic frameworks such as Force Design 2030 and Zero Trust strategies. Responses must include a capability statement and are due by March 25, 2025. This document is a strategic effort to maintain USMC's technological superiority and adaptability in contested environments.
    RFI Attachment.xlsx
    The document outlines a template for businesses to express interest in government contracting opportunities, specifically through Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and grants at federal, state, and local levels. It captures essential business details such as name, address, contact information, and a Cage Code, which identifies contractors within the federal government system. The form also distinguishes the desired contractual role (either as a prime contractor or subcontractor) and outlines the business's size. Moreover, it emphasizes the need for a brief description of the technology the business offers, alongside areas of technical interest. It encourages businesses to disclose any existing government contracts, facilitating potential partnerships. The structure of the document is designed to streamline the collection of critical information needed for future collaboration and procurement processes, enhancing the government's ability to assess and engage with potential contractors effectively. By encouraging structured expressions of interest, the document aims to foster stronger partnerships and innovation in public service projects.
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