Research and Development Efforts for High Performance Computing
Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORYWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA

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

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GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY R&D SERVICES; GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; APPLIED RESEARCH (AJ12)

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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), is seeking to modify an existing contract for Research and Development efforts focused on High Performance Computing. This modification aims to ensure continuity of specialized Research, Development, Testing, and Evaluation (RDT&E) services for the Information Technology Division, enhancing overall computer network performance across various layers of the network stack. The services are critical for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the network enterprise, extending from tactical edge operations to High Performance Networking Centers. The contract modification is set to extend the performance period by six months, with a revised timeline from March 28, 2025, to September 26, 2025. Interested parties can reach out to Connor Murphy at connor.j.murphy14.civ@us.navy.mil or Sonya Diaz De Leon at sonya.a.diazdeleon.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.

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    Connor Murphy
    connor.j.murphy14.civ@us.navy.mil
    Sonya Diaz De Leon
    sonya.a.diazdeleon.civ@us.navy.mil
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