Pre-Solicitation Notice for RPA Development and Training Support - N66001-25-R-0064
ID: N66001-26-R-0007Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNIWC PACIFICSAN DIEGO, CA, 92152-5001, USA

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A20)

Set Aside

Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/f2141b32bdce4aa6954988f45db1f447/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy's NIWC Pacific, is preparing to solicit proposals for RPA Development and Training Support under the pre-solicitation notice N66001-25-R-0064. This procurement aims to enhance capabilities in the development and training of Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA), which are critical for various defense operations. The opportunity is set aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB), emphasizing the government's commitment to supporting diverse business participation. Interested vendors can reach out to Derek Barnhart at derek.d.barnhart.civ@us.navy.mil or call 619-553-9097 for further details as they prepare for the upcoming solicitation.

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    Derek Barnhart
    (619) 553-9097
    derek.d.barnhart.civ@us.navy.mil
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