Amendment 0001 Army Geospatial Center (AGC) FY24 Broad Agency Announcement
ID: W5J9CQ-24-R-0006Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6RN USA GEOSPATIAL CTRALEXANDRIA, VA, 22315-3864, USA

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

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GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY R&D SERVICES; GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; BASIC RESEARCH (AJ11)

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https://sam.gov/opp/2988ed3957b64423980a509b0e94be95/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Army Geospatial Center (AGC), is soliciting research proposals under the FY24 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) aimed at advancing geospatial technologies and capabilities. This opportunity invites submissions of white papers and proposals focused on various research areas, including geospatial modeling, data management, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence, to enhance the operational readiness of the U.S. Army and Department of Defense. The BAA is significant for fostering innovation in geospatial operations, supporting military effectiveness in addressing modern challenges such as climate change and global competition. Interested parties, including universities and small businesses, can submit proposals at any time until September 5, 2025, and should direct inquiries to Kimerie Smith at kimerie.s.smith@usace.army.mil or Dequan Jones at dequan.e.jones@usace.army.mil for further information.

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    B08.02 FINAL 2024 AGC Broad Agency Announcment (BAA).pdf
    The Army Geospatial Center (AGC) issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) under solicitation number W5J9CQ-24-R-0006, soliciting research proposals in various geospatial technology and information domains. The funding supports research, development, testing, and evaluation and emphasizes advancing knowledge in geospatial operations across the U.S. Army and Department of Defense. The BAA is open for 365 days from its posting on September 5, 2024, with various topic areas identified, including geospatial modeling, data management, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence applications. AGC anticipates multiple contract awards and employs a two-step submission process: initial white papers followed by formal proposals upon request. The documents must adhere to specified format requirements and submissions must exclude classified information. Eligible participants include universities, small businesses, and institutions that promote diversity. The research aims to improve Army capabilities through innovative technologies and methodologies, particularly in the context of modern military operations and global challenges, including climate change and great power competition. This initiative underscores the commitment to enhancing the military's geospatial capabilities and ensuring operational readiness in diverse environments.
    B08.02 FINAL AMENDMENT 001 - 2024 AGC Broad Agency Announcment (BAA).pdf
    The Army Geospatial Center (AGC) has issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) under solicitation number W5J9CQ-24-R-0006, inviting research proposals aimed at advancing geospatial technologies. The AGC is focused on fostering innovation in geospatial capabilities to support the Army and Department of Defense operations. Proposals should align with multiple research areas including enterprise geospatial operations, geospatial standards, applications, data modeling, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence. The submission process involves two steps: an initial white paper followed by a detailed proposal upon invitation. The opportunity remains open for 365 days from the posting date of September 5, 2024, to September 5, 2025, allowing submissions at any time. The AGC aims to award multiple contracts strictly through a competitive selection process, encouraging participation from small businesses, educational institutions, and historically minority colleges. Notably, the BAA emphasizes the importance of compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines, ensuring open competition while aiming for advancements in geospatial technology and its integration into Army operations. Interested parties must submit proposals via the designated AGC proposals mailbox.
    B08 24R0006 AGC FY24 BAA Question and Response Spreadsheet dated 04OCT2024.xlsx
    The government document addresses inquiries related to a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for research and technology development. Vendors seek clarification on several aspects, including presentation opportunities, teaming with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and page limits for submissions. The government confirms that submissions should total 5 pages, including the required CV, while the formal proposal’s Volume I has a 30-page limit, excluding cover page and table of contents. The purpose of the BAA is to acquire basic and applied research, with no execution contracts awarded beyond specific research types. The document underscores that the BAA is intended for scientific advancement, not implementation projects, and discusses the implications of organizational conflicts of interest associated with contract awards. Additionally, it notes the U.S. Army Geospatial Center's participation in the upcoming Association of the United States Army (AUSA) event. Overall, this document acts as a guide for vendors regarding submission requirements and the nature of research contracts under the BAA.
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