Propulsor Demonstration Hardware (PDH) Follow-On
ID: N0016725R0049Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC CARDEROCKBETHESDA, MD, 20817-5700, USA

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Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEFENSE-RELATED ACTIVITIES; APPLIED RESEARCH (AC32)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy through NSWC Carderock, is seeking proposals for the Propulsor Demonstration Hardware (PDH) Follow-On project. This solicitation aims to procure advanced hardware solutions that will enhance the capabilities of naval propulsion systems, which are critical for maintaining operational readiness and technological superiority in maritime defense. The project is expected to contribute significantly to national defense research and development activities, particularly in the shipbuilding and repairing sector. Interested vendors can reach out to Carlos Triay at carlos.triay@navy.mil or by phone at 954-926-5653, or Charles Renno at charles.l.renno.civ@us.navy.mil, 954-408-5391 for further details.

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