MERLIN Bird Radar System Upgrade
ID: FA462519Q0074Type: Justification and Approval (J&A)
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4625 509 CONS CCWHITEMAN AFB, MO, 65305-5344, USA

PSC

MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD EQUIPMENT (J)

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https://sam.gov/opp/47e86ebe0321dc9d9539de26f3e0b661/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking contractors for the MERLIN Bird Radar System Upgrade at Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri. This procurement involves maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of equipment related to the radar system, which is crucial for enhancing bird detection capabilities to ensure flight safety. Interested parties can reach out to Contract Administrator Samantha Henderson at samantha.henderson.3@us.af.mil for further details. The opportunity is categorized under Justification and Approval (J&A), indicating a specific procurement process, but additional funding amounts and deadlines have not been specified in the provided information.

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    samantha.henderson.3@us.af.mil
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