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Directed Energy Weapons (DEW) R&D

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Response Deadline11/25/2026, 05:30:00 PM UTC

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA7022 Amic Det 2 Ol Patrick Pka

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

Patrick Air Force Base, FL, 32925, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of AFTACIND1.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC) -- Industry Day

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Timeline

PostedOct 2

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Response DeadlineNov 25

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA7022 Amic Det 2 Ol Patrick Pka

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA7022 Amic Det 2 Ol Patrick Pka

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Performs R&D, analysis, and testing of directed energy systems for prime contractors on Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC) projects. Conducts laser weapons analysis and system testing. Requires high-level security clearances. Delivers technical analysis and test results for DEW systems.

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