Next Generation Mounted APNT Capability (NorthStar) Announcement and Update
ID: C5-25-2009Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APGABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21005-1846, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/358fffb36e984b1c9f0cdf6feb56f528/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is announcing an opportunity related to the Next Generation Mounted APNT Capability (NorthStar) program, seeking white papers from vendors under an Other Transaction Authority (OTA) contract. This initiative aims to enhance Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) capabilities in response to emerging adversarial GPS challenges, following previous requests for information that indicated a mature technology readiness level for PNT solutions. Interested vendors are required to submit a security questionnaire to access updated documentation, with a submission deadline of February 28, 2025; it is important to note that this announcement is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Tom Korzon at thomas.w.korzon.mil@army.mil or Corrie James at corrie.l.james.ctr@army.mil.

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    Tom Korzon
    thomas.w.korzon.mil@army.mil
    Corrie James
    corrie.l.james.ctr@army.mil
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    NorthStar Contract Announcement (DISTRO A).pdf
    The Project Manager for Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PM PNT) is announcing an upcoming Other Transaction Authority (OTA) contract related to the NorthStar program, aiming to solicit white papers from vendors. This follows two previous requests for information (RFIs) which indicated a mature technology readiness level for PNT solutions in light of adversarial GPS challenges. The announcement aims to inform non-responding vendors about updated documentation available to aid in developing PNT solutions. Interested vendors must submit a security questionnaire to gain access to this updated material, closing on February 28, 2025. Future efforts may require a Secret security classification. The document clarifies that this announcement is for information purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the government. It emphasizes the confidentiality of the responses, framing them as proprietary to protect vendor information. Points of contact are provided for further inquiries. Overall, this initiative represents a proactive approach to enhancing PNT capabilities within the military while ensuring alignment with evolving technological demands.
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