Long Range Radar- Enhanced (LRR-E) - SSN/RFI - Reopener
ID: W56KGY24LLR02Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APGABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21005-1846, USA

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Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)
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    The US Army is seeking information from businesses for sustainment and engineering services related to the Long Range Radar-Enhanced (LRR-E) system, an intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance technology. They require industry support for the Northrop Grumman-developed LRR-E system, including lifecycle management and potential future acquisitions.
    Businesses capable of assisting with the Army's LRR-E program are invited to respond with company and capability details, aiming to establish the scope of industry involvement and determine acquisition strategies. This is a sources sought notice; no proposals or bids are being requested at this stage.
    The Long Range Radar-Enhanced system is vital for the Army's aerial intelligence gathering, specifically for Synthetic Aperture Radar and Moving Target Indication operations. With three systems already procured, the Army seeks continued support and potential additional acquisitions.
    Responses to this notice are due by 1pm ET on October 16th and should be sent to Eric.J.Roberts48.civ@army.mil.

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