NEW METHODS FOR INTELLIGENT TRANSMIT PULSE DESIGNS FOR THE HRBS

The Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center in San Diego plans to award a firm fixed price, completion-type contract to Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, Great Britain, on a sole source basis for advanced analysis and modeling related to dolphin echolocation signals and signaling strategies. This effort supports the SSC San Diego Biosonar Program Office and is expected to span one year, requiring approximately 940 hours of work. The contract is justified under the authority allowing for other than full and open competition due to Heriot-Watt University being the only responsible source capable of fulfilling these specialized requirements. The contract is identified under the solicitation titled "NEW METHODS FOR INTELLIGENT TRANSMIT PULSE DESIGNS FOR THE HRBS" and involves a precise focus on biosonar research. It operates under the North American Industry Classification System code 541710, which covers scientific research and development services, with a small business size standard of 500 employees. The award process reflects the government's determination not to seek competitive bids, relying instead on the unique expertise offered by Heriot-Watt University, thereby ensuring the advancement of the Department of Defense's biosonar capabilities in a targeted and specialized area of study.