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The Naval Research Laboratory within the Department of Defense is anticipating a full and open competition for a recompete opportunity regarding R&D Optical Techniques, Devices and Measurements. The current contract, held by Amentum Technology, Inc., is valued at 2,457,682.46 dollars and is expected to end on November 9, 2026. This project is classified under NAICS code 541715 and utilizes a cost plus fixed fee pricing structure. The work is based in Washington, DC, and there is a high confidence level of 90 percent that this will result in a full recompete. Points of contact for this effort include Graham Irby and Arthur J. Rego.

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DoD Naval Research Laboratory recompete for R&D Optical Techniques, Devices and Measurements.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, 20375, USA

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PostedMay 9

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory

Contacts2 people available

OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory

Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA

Contacts

Graham Irby

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Arthur J. Rego

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Predicted recompete opportunity based on federal award data.
Current Contract: N0017322C2003 Incumbent: AMENTUM TECHNOLOGY, INC. Contract Value: $2,457,682.46 Potential End Date: 2026-11-09T00:00:00.000Z Competition: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION Pricing: COST PLUS FIXED FEE Classification: full-recompete (Confidence: high - 90/100)

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