Industry Participation in upcoming Project Management Office Aircraft Survivability Equipment (PMO ASE) Electro-Optical/ Infra-Red (EO/IR) Sensor and Threat Detection Demonstration Event
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMY

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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Contracting Command – Redstone, is inviting qualified industry vendors to participate in a demonstration event focused on Electro-Optical/Infra-Red (EO/IR) sensors and threat detection systems as part of the Project Management Office Aircraft Survivability Equipment (PMO ASE). This event, scheduled for early March 2025, aims to evaluate the maturity and capabilities of these technologies, emphasizing non-interference during government testing and requiring vendors to provide extensive technical data on their systems. Participation is limited to four vendors due to space constraints, with a selection process prioritizing those with existing contracts or advanced technologies. Interested vendors must submit their responses by January 24, 2025, and ensure compliance with security regulations, including possessing a U.S. SECRET Facility Clearance. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Ashley Bowers at ashley.w.bowers.civ@army.mil.

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    Ashley Bowers
    ashley.w.bowers.civ@army.mil
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    PMO ASE Missile Warning Special Notice.pdf
    The U.S. Army Contracting Command – Redstone is inviting industry vendors to participate in a demonstration event for Electro-Optical/Infra-Red (EO/IR) sensors and threat detection systems as part of the Project Management Office Aircraft Survivability Equipment (PMO ASE). This event, scheduled for early March 2025, aims to evaluate the maturity and capabilities of these technologies, emphasizing non-interference during government testing. Vendors should possess relevant technical products and be prepared to provide extensive technical data on their systems, while participation is limited to four vendors due to space constraints. A selection process prioritizing vendors with existing contracts or advanced technologies will be employed. Vendors must submit detailed equipment information, sensor data, and compliance with security regulations, including U.S. SECRET Facility Clearance. Responses are due by January 24, 2025, with classified submissions requiring adherence to stringent guidelines. The demonstration's outcome will contribute to a comprehensive report, enhancing future system development, while the event fosters collaboration between the government and industry in advancing military EO/IR capabilities.
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