WEAPON SYSTEM ANALYSIS, MODELING AND SIMULATION SOFTWARE UPDATE, AND TEST SUPPORT
ID: N6893625R0009Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTERCHINA LAKE, CA, 93555-6018, USA

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Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEFENSE-RELATED ACTIVITIES; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AC33)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b9a8074a409146dbb6ba1298ba6e7e2c/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, is seeking capabilities for weapon performance analysis, modeling and simulation software updates, and test support for various U.S. Navy weapon systems. The procurement aims to enhance the lethality performance of missiles such as the AIM-9, AIM-120, and Tomahawk, through comprehensive studies, software updates, and test planning, ensuring operational effectiveness and battlespace dominance. Interested firms must submit a capability statement by the deadline of 13 days after the notice publication, referencing solicitation number N6893625R0009, and must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database to participate in this opportunity. For further inquiries, contact Joel Blaine Ashworth at joel.b.ashworth.civ@us.navy.mil or Brad Watson at john.b.watson1.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    A05 SOW.docx
    The document outlines a Performance Work Statement (SOW) for the Research Development Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) support services required for updating modeling and simulation software related to various U.S. Navy weapon systems. It specifies tasks such as lethality performance studies, software updates, test planning, and support for a range of missile systems, including AIM-9 and Tomahawk Missile. The Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) is tasked with ensuring operational effectiveness through integrated warfare systems. The SOW includes provisions for technical requirements, deliverables, work location, contractor responsibilities, and security protocols, emphasizing the need for U.S. citizenship among personnel and compliance with stringent security regulations. Deliverables outlined include monthly progress reports and test plans. The overarching goal is to maintain battlespace dominance by developing robust modeling and analysis tools while adhering to applicable government standards and security measures. The document reflects the government's structured approach to enhancing military weapon systems through meticulous research and development activities.
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