Measurement and Signatures Intelligence Exploitation (MASINT-X)

This contract modification, Amendment 5 for BAA FA8750-17-S-7005, pertains to the Measurement and Signatures Intelligence Exploitation (MASINT-X) initiative under the Department of Defense, specifically managed by the Air Force Research Laboratory in Rome, NY. The primary purpose of this amendment is to republish the original solicitation announcement, integrating all previous amendments in accordance with FAR 35.016(c), while also updating several contractual details. Key revisions include updates to the Contracting Point of Contact, the types of award instruments permitted, cost sharing terms, the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) to the current level, and specific proposal preparation instructions. Additional refinements were made to various sections with new paragraphs added and the designation of an updated ombudsman. The amendment maintains the original scope but ensures clarity and currency in administrative and procedural aspects to facilitate efficient contract management and proposal submission. Amber Buckley serves as the Contracting Officer and the office address is located in Rome, New York. No other substantive changes were introduced beyond those noted, affirming continuity in the contract’s objectives and requirements in the realm of measurement and signatures intelligence research and exploitation.