GQM-163A Aerial Target Operation
ID: N6893625R0005Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTERCHINA LAKE, CA, 93555-6018, USA

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Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- AIRCRAFT AND AIRFRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (J015)

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https://sam.gov/opp/d4d4b230b89d4fc19a4bb397aa3602e4/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Air Warfare Center, is seeking qualified contractors for the GQM-163A Aerial Target Operation, focusing on trajectory development and operational support for aerial target systems. The procurement aims to ensure adequate support for U.S. Navy weapons systems testing and evaluation, including Foreign Military Sales testing activities. This contract is critical for maintaining the operational readiness and effectiveness of naval weapon systems, with a contemplated award of a Cost Plus Fixed-Fee, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contract over a five-year period. Interested firms must submit their capability statements by November 12, 2024, to the designated contacts, Candice Gonzalez and Katy J. White, via the provided email addresses.

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