Phalanx Counter-Unmanned Systems Support
ID: HDTRA125PHAType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY (DTRA)DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCYFORT BELVOIR, VA, 22060-6201, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/93da95dd5d8948248307408f0eb77e5d/view
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    The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) is seeking information through a Sources Sought Notice to identify companies capable of supporting the Phalanx Branch Counter-Unmanned Systems (C-UxS) Program, which aims to enhance force protection against small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) using advanced data analytics. This initiative is critical for developing actionable insights from collected data to effectively respond to evolving threats posed by unmanned systems. The anticipated contract, valued at approximately $104 million for a base period of 12 months with four optional annual extensions, requires interested parties to submit tailored capability statements by February 14, 2025, adhering to specific submission formats and guidelines. For further inquiries, companies may contact Andrew K. Williams at andrew.k.williams10.mil@mail.mil or Shaneice Shuler at Shaneice.n.shuler.civ@mail.mil.

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    Andrew K. Williams
    andrew.k.williams10.mil@mail.mil
    Shaneice Shuler
    Shaneice.n.shuler.civ@mail.mil
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    The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) is seeking information through a Sources Sought Notice concerning the Operational Effects Division's Phalanx Branch Counter-Unmanned Systems (C-UxS) Program. This initiative aims to enhance force protection against the threat posed by small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) by utilizing advanced data analytics to derive actionable insights from collected data. The request is intended to gauge the capacity of companies to support the program, which may lead to contracts potentially set aside for small businesses or pursued via unrestricted competition. Companies interested in participating are required to submit tailored capability statements addressing specific business inquiries by February 14, 2025. The anticipated contract is cost-type with an estimated value of $104 million for a base period of 12 months, with four optional annual extensions. The focus includes synchronizing data analysis, compliance with legal requirements, enhancement of analytical capabilities, and collaboration across multiple DoD components, thus ensuring an effective response to the evolving threats of unmanned systems. Interested parties must adhere to specific submission formats and guidelines while noting that responses will incur no costs to the government.
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