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R&D and Technical Consulting for Prototype Development

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Response Deadline08/20/2029, 08:30:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for R&D and Technical Consulting for Prototype Development supports the Department of Defense through the W6QK Acc-Apg agency. The primary objective is the experimental development of new products and prototypes for prime contractors on Army DEVCOM projects, involving technical research and engineering analysis to ensure proper design and validation. All deliverables, including technical reports and prototype iterations, must align with MIL-STD-881 WBS requirements. The project is categorized under NAICS code 541715 and is based in Gunpowder, ZIP code 21010. The contract was posted on April 13, 2026, with a response deadline set for August 20, 2029.

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DoD subcontract for R&D and prototype development for Army DEVCOM projects in Gunpowder.

Agency

Department Of Defense → W6QK Acc-ApgView Agency

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

Gunpowder, MD, 21010, USA

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Documents

This scope was carved out of W911SR-24-R-DEVB.

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

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BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT (BAA) FOR CHEMICAL BIOLOGICAL RADIOLOGICAL NUCLEAR AND EXPLOSIVE (CBRNE) DEFENSE EFFORTS UNDER PROCUREMENT CONTRACTS, COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS, AND PROTOTYPES UNDER OTHER TRANSACTIONS AGREEMENTS

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PostedApr 13

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Response DeadlineAug 20

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08/20/2029, 08:30:00 PM UTCin almost 3 years

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg

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Performs experimental development of new products and prototypes for prime contractors on Army DEVCOM projects. Conducts technical research and engineering analysis to support prototype design and validation. Delivers technical reports and prototype iterations aligned with MIL-STD-881 WBS requirements.

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