NAWCAD Long Range Acquisition Forecast (LRAF) – FY24
ID: NAWCAD-PAX-LRAF-FY24Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAIR NAWC AD

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Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), has announced the FY24 Long Range Acquisition Forecast (LRAF) for upcoming contract opportunities at NAWCAD Patuxent River. This forecast outlines various projects aimed at enhancing military operations, including technical support and integration services across mission areas such as Combat Identification Systems, Prototyping Support, and Air Traffic Control Services. The LRAF serves as a critical resource for potential contractors to prepare for future proposals, reflecting the government's commitment to modernizing national defense capabilities over a five-year period. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Alfred W. Hensler at alfred.hensler@navy.mil or by phone at 301-757-5934.

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    Alfred W Hensler
    (301) 757-5934
    (301) 757-7054
    alfred.hensler@navy.mil
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    The document is a structured overview of upcoming contract opportunities within the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), detailing various projects aimed at enhancing military operations through technical support and integration services. It outlines contracts across multiple mission areas, including Combat Identification Systems, Prototyping Support, and Air Traffic Control Services, with a diverse range of values and set-asides for small businesses. Key contracts noted consist of the Rapid Capability Engineering Group's integration and certification services for combat systems, and Technical and Engineering Support Services for Aircraft Prototype Systems. Additionally, there are future solicitations for support in Avionics, Command Systems, and various C5ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) solutions. The document serves the purpose of informing potential contractors about projected acquisition strategies, allowing them to prepare for proposals effectively. It emphasizes the importance of competition determination based on market research and outlines the scope of work such as engineering, integration, and logistical support across a five-year period, reflecting government efforts to modernize and enhance national defense capabilities systematically.
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