Open Geospatial Web Service Standard II (OGWSS-II) Innovation Program
ID: HM0476-25-OGWSSIIType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSENATIONAL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCY (NGA)ATTN: MS S84 - OCSSPRINGFIELD, VA, 22150-7500, USA

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    The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) is conducting market research for the Open Geospatial Web Service Standard II (OGWSS-II) Innovation Program, seeking potential sources to fulfill its requirements. The primary objective is to ensure that international geospatial standards are thoroughly tested and vetted against NGA and partner agency needs before being recommended for inclusion in the IC/DoD IT Standards Registry. This initiative is crucial for advancing interoperability and data exchange among geospatial products and services, thereby enhancing operational capabilities within the NGA and its partner agencies. Interested vendors are invited to submit tailored Capability Statements by 12:00 PM (EST) on April 28, 2025, to Phong Van Chau at Phong.V.Chau@nga.mil, with a focus on their relevant experience and capabilities.

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    Phong Van Chau
    Phong.V.Chau@nga.mil
    Jokera McNeil
    Jokera.S.McNeil@nga.mil
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