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This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) solicits proposals for research and development support in technologies applicable to air platforms, manned and unmanned payloads, advanced computing, air platform support systems, air system security, and improved naval air capabilities. Focus areas include communications, sensors (EO, IR, RF, acoustic, non-acoustic), persistent surveillance, and special sensor systems for Navy aircraft and unmanned systems. The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) aims to develop advanced air platforms, sensors, and systems to meet future naval demands, supporting missions like maritime surveillance, undersea warfare, airborne strike, and counter-unmanned systems. Proposals should emphasize rapid development, assessment, integration, and demonstration. The submission process is two-phased: Phase I requires a proposal abstract, and Phase II requires a full technical/cost proposal by invitation only. Awards may be in the form of contracts or Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs). Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). The closing date for Phase I submissions is April 10, 2027.
The bid notice states that Phase I proposals may be submitted at any time up until the closing date of the BAA, April 10, 2027.
The bid notice states that awards will be made to offerors with proposals determined to be the most advantageous to the government, considering potential contributions, overall funding strategy, and availability of funding.
The bid notice states that all offerors submitting proposals or applications must be registered in the SAM and maintain an active SAM registration with current information.
