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Kinetic & Non-Kinetic Impact Analysis

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Response Deadline08/11/2027, 03:59:00 AM UTC

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The Kinetic and Non-Kinetic Impact Analysis subcontract, managed by Pae Strategic Systems Programs for the Department of Defense, focuses on evaluating how emerging technologies affect submarine operations within Navy Strategic Systems Programs undersea security projects. The primary objective is to assess the vulnerabilities of both current and future submarines against electronic warfare and kinetic threats, including mines and torpedoes. To successfully execute this contract, the provider must possess specialized expertise in cyber-physical systems and electronic warfare. The required deliverables include detailed vulnerability assessments and comprehensive impact analysis reports. The opportunity was posted on August 24, 2026, with a response deadline of August 11, 2027, falling under NAICS code 541715.

General Info

Pae analyzes submarine vulnerabilities to electronic warfare and kinetic threats for the DoD.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Pae Strategic Systems Programs

NAICS

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

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Documents

This scope was carved out of N00030-23-S-7002.

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

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Long Range BAA for the Undersea Security Program

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PostedAug 24

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Response DeadlineAug 11

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08/11/2027, 03:59:00 AM UTCin 10 months

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Analyzes the impact of new technologies on submarine operations for prime contractors on Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) undersea security projects. Assesses vulnerability of in-service and future submarines to electronic warfare and kinetic effects such as torpedoes and mines. Requires expertise in electronic warfare (EW) and cyber-physical systems. Delivers impact analysis reports and vulnerability assessments.

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