Aviation Research BAA 2025
ID: 692M15-25-R-00004Type: Solicitation
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Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION692M15 ACQUISITION & GRANTS, AAQ600ATLANTIC CITY, NJ, 08405, USA

NAICS

Scientific Research and Development ServicesT (5417)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/c79cd74c89a3409da591a0a04453f829/view
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    The Department of Transportation, through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), is issuing a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) titled "Aviation Research BAA 2025," inviting proposals for research aimed at addressing challenges in air transportation and enhancing safety and efficiency within the aerospace system. This BAA, numbered 692M15-25-R-00004, will be open for submissions from December 5, 2024, until December 4, 2034, and seeks to engage industry, academia, and various organizations in research areas such as fire safety, airport technology, and advanced control systems. The FAA emphasizes the importance of collaboration with educational institutions and small businesses to foster innovation in aviation technology, with funding expectations of up to $200,000 annually per project. Interested parties can reach out to primary contact Karen Thorngren at Karen.C.Thorngren@faa.gov or secondary contact Christine Kranz at Christine.Kranz@faa.gov for further information.

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    Karen Thorngren
    Karen.C.Thorngren@faa.gov
    Christine Kranz
    Christine.Kranz@faa.gov
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    BAA Solicitation 692M15-25-R-00004.pdf
    The FAA is issuing a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for the Aviation Research 2025 program, soliciting proposals for research to address air transportation challenges and improve safety and efficiency within the aerospace system. The BAA, numbered 692M15-25-R-00004, will remain open for ten years from December 5, 2024, inviting industry, academia, and various organizations to submit white papers at any time. Proposals will be evaluated based on scientific merit, relevance to FAA missions, and funding availability. Key topics of interest include research in fire safety, airport technology, software and systems, structures and propulsion, and separation standards analysis. The document outlines procedures for preparing and submitting white papers and proposals, detailing requirements for technical documentation, cost estimates, and potential teaming arrangements. It emphasizes transparency in submission and compliance with Federal regulations, including the necessity for conflict of interest disclosures. The FAA seeks to cultivate collaboration with educational establishments, small businesses, and minority enterprises, aiming for diverse participation in aviation research. This announcement is a strategic effort to foster innovation and advance aviation technology, reflecting the FAA's commitment to its mission and the enhancement of the aviation sector.
    BAA Topics of Interest.pdf
    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Aviation Research 2025, soliciting proposals for multiple topics related to airport pavement, safety, and advanced control systems. This open call invites industry stakeholders to submit white papers focused on research areas like airport pavement roughness, embedded acoustic sensors for subsurface damage, reflective cracking in asphalt overlays, and UAS detection and mitigation systems. Specific topics include developing methodologies for evaluating pavement roughness in multiple bump events, designing sensor systems to monitor structural damage, and creating validated models for reflective cracking. The FAA aims to enhance airport infrastructure safety and reliability through effective research solutions. With funding expectations up to $200,000 annually per project, the FAA emphasizes collaboration with industry experts to innovate solutions while ensuring compliance with aviation safety standards. The BAA outlines requirements for proposals, encouraging the integration of advanced technologies and methodologies to address contemporary challenges in airport operations.
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