The JAMS IPT is seeking wide-ranging Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE) technologies at Technical Readiness Level (TRL) 3 and higher, for accelerated development in relation to modern missile threat systems.
ID: N0016425SNB10Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC CRANECRANE, IN, 47522-5001, USA

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/a34642cd611b494faad1ae797637abb2/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, is seeking proposals for advanced Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE) technologies to enhance the protection of U.S. airborne assets against evolving missile threats. The opportunity focuses on innovative solutions at Technical Readiness Level (TRL) 3 or higher, with key areas of interest including threat detection, geolocation, signature management, and defeat capabilities, as well as support in Modeling and Simulation (M&S) and Test and Evaluation (T&E). This initiative underscores the Department's commitment to advancing technology for air superiority and operational readiness in response to global threats. Interested parties must submit their white papers by December 5, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Lance Buechler at lance.a.buechler.civ@us.navy.mil or Betsy Marschand at betsy.l.marschand.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    Lance Buechler
    lance.a.buechler.civ@us.navy.mil
    Betsy Marschand
    betsy.l.marschand.civ@us.navy.mil
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    25SNB10_SPECNOTE_ATT1.pdf
    The Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) N0016425SNB10 seeks proposals for advanced Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE) technologies to enhance U.S. airborne asset protection against evolving missile threats. Managed by the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, the BAA encourages innovative solutions at Technical Readiness Level (TRL) 3 or higher. Key areas of interest include threat detection, geolocation, signature management, and defeat capabilities, alongside support in Modeling and Simulation (M&S) and Test and Evaluation (T&E). Submissions are due by December 5, 2024, with multiple awards anticipated. Interested parties may represent various sectors, including academia and industry, with an emphasis on collaboration across platforms. The evaluation of submitted white papers will review technical innovation, understanding of threat technologies, and cost-effectiveness en route to achieving TRL 6. This announcement reflects the Department of Defense’s commitment to advancing technology that ensures air superiority and operational readiness in response to emerging global threats. Participants are advised to comply with security and export regulations, and selected offerors will receive further instructions for the award process following the submission phase.
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