994 REV 1 SOFTWARE VALIDATION/FORMAL TESTING

The contract calls for the contractor to perform Validation and Formal Qualification Testing for the TRIDENT II MK 98 MOD 6 FCS 944 Rev 1 Software, as well as Software Design, Implementation, System Integration, and Verification Testing for the TRIDENT II MK 98 Mod 7 FCS 844 Rev 1 Software. These efforts are essential components of the ongoing development and qualification of the TRIDENT II D5 Strategic Weapon System’s Fire Control System and Attack Weapons Control System. The work will be conducted under negotiations with General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems (GDAIS) in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, the sole manufacturer and exclusive source possessing the requisite expertise and capability for this specialized defense technology. This procurement, identified by solicitation number N00030-09-G-0013WB72, falls under the NAICS code 541330, which relates to engineering services. The place of performance is specified as Pittsfield, MA, where GDAIS operates. Contact for the contract is managed by Administrative Contracting Officer Linda M. Haggerty. The contract supports critical software validation and testing processes that ensure the reliability and performance of the TRIDENT II D5 strategic weapon system’s fire control capabilities.