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Computational Modeling & Validation

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Response Deadline11/22/2028, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract, titled Computational Modeling & Validation, supports the AFRL Directed Energy Directorate by providing computational development and validation for weapon system components. The scope of work involves creating physics-based models of laser-target interactions and simulating thermal loads utilizing high-performance computing clusters and specialized software such as ANSYS or COMSOL. The project requires the delivery of validated simulation software, computational models, and detailed validation reports, with a specific emphasis on the management of data rights for proprietary algorithms. Managed under NAICS code 541511 for the Department of Defense, the contract was posted on July 31, 2026, with a response deadline of November 22, 2028.

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Subcontract for AFRL computational modeling and validation of laser weapon system components.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA9451 Afrl Rdk

NAICS

541511 - Custom Computer Programming Services

Place of Performance

NM, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA9451-24-S-0001.

The full solicitation package (12 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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TACTICAL Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)

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PostedJul 31

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Response DeadlineNov 22

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11/22/2028, 07:00:00 PM UTCin about 2 years

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA9451 Afrl Rdk

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Performs computational development and validation to test weapon system components for prime contractors on AFRL Directed Energy Directorate projects. Creates physics-based models of laser-target interactions and simulates thermal loads using HPC clusters and software such as COMSOL or ANSYS. Requires data rights management for proprietary algorithms. Delivers validated simulation software, computational models, and validation reports.

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