Mentor Protege Program (MPP) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
ID: HDTRA124S0001Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY (DTRA)DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCYFORT BELVOIR, VA, 22060-6201, USA

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Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

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SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: OTHER (R799)

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    The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) is soliciting white papers for its Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) aimed at enhancing the capabilities of small and disadvantaged businesses through mentor-protégé agreements. This initiative seeks eligible mentor and protégé firms to participate in the Department of Defense's MPP, with a focus on aligning proposals with DTRA's strategic objectives, including support against weapons of mass destruction. Interested parties may submit white papers from February 12, 2024, to September 30, 2026, with evaluations occurring throughout this period; selected firms will be invited to submit full proposals. For further inquiries, contact Cornelia Ruffin at cornelia.f.ruffin.civ@mail.mil or John Anderson at john.e.anderson378.civ@mail.mil.

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    The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) issues Broad Agency Announcement HDTRA1-24-S-0001 to solicit white papers for its Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP). The program, managed by DTRA’s Acquisition, Contracts, and Logistics Office, aims to enhance the capabilities of small and disadvantaged businesses by establishing mentor-protégé agreements. Eligible protégés include various types of small businesses, particularly those owned by disadvantaged groups. Interested parties must submit white papers relevant to DTRA's strategic objectives, including a command endorsement letter. The white papers will undergo evaluation based on criteria such as technical relevance, cost, and the strength of the endorsement, with submission allowed from February 12, 2024, to September 30, 2026. Those selected will be invited to submit full proposals. The total agreement period can reach three years, with varying award amounts. The initiative emphasizes increasing the industrial base supporting DTRA’s mission against weapons of mass destruction, fostering long-term business relations, and promoting technology transfer and developmental assistance. This announcement reflects a commitment to bolstering small businesses within the defense sector while aligning with federal priorities.
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