JPEO-CBRND CWMD BOTAA-24-01
ID: BOTAA-24-01Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APGABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21010-5424, USA
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    Special Notice DEPT OF DEFENSE DEPT OF THE ARMY: The Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND) is seeking funding through Other Transaction Authority agreements (OTAs) for prototype and follow-on production projects within JPEO-CBRND mission areas of interest. The service being procured is the development of enabling technologies that speed up the advanced development process. This opportunity is open to all eligible sources, including educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, and private industry. Proposals are to be submitted in accordance with the provided guidelines. For more information, please refer to the JPEO-CBRND website.

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    The Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) Deskbook serves as a best practice guide for managing manufacturing risks in defense acquisition programs, outlining the systematic approach to assess manufacturing readiness throughout the acquisition lifecycle. It details ten MRLs that correlate with Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) to provide a structured method for evaluating technology and manufacturing maturity, risk management, and process control. The deskbook also offers recommendations for integrating MRLs into acquisition strategies, conducting readiness assessments, and implementing contract language to ensure effective risk management in manufacturing.
    The Army Contracting Command Aberdeen Proving Ground is issuing a Broad Other Transaction Authority Announcement (BOTAA) to solicit proposals for prototype development efforts aimed at combating weapons of mass destruction under the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical Biological Radio-logical and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND). This announcement seeks innovative technologies and solutions from various eligible sources, including educational institutions and private industry, clearly defining proposal submission guidelines, evaluation criteria, and the award process for selected projects. Key areas of interest include CBRNE counter-proliferation technology, command and control systems for threat detection, and advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning for integrated defense capabilities.
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