DoD STTR 25.B Broad Agency Announcement
ID: N6893625R0028Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTERCHINA LAKE, CA, 93555-6018, USA

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

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NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE - MILITARY; BASIC RESEARCH (AC11)

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https://sam.gov/opp/c6404e7f2054482195c714ae8175b5bb/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center, is inviting small business concerns (SBCs) to participate in the DoD STTR 25.B Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) aimed at stimulating technological innovation and enhancing the role of small businesses in meeting DoD research and development needs. Proposals are sought from SBCs capable of conducting research and development in various defense-related topics, with a focus on increasing the commercial application of DoD-supported research results. This initiative is crucial for fostering innovation and participation from minority and disadvantaged individuals in the defense sector. Key deadlines include the opening of topics on April 23, 2025, with proposals due by May 21, 2025, and interested parties are encouraged to contact Anila Paul at anila.paul.civ@us.navy.mil or Tara Randolph at tara.j.randolph.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.

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