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This contract involves providing specialized subject matter experts to support research, development, testing, and evaluation (RDT&E) projects in the field of information technology. The services include offering technical leadership, conducting systems analysis, and facilitating the integration of research outcomes to advance the objectives of these projects. The work will be performed as a subcontract under the Naval Research Laboratory, part of the Department of Defense, with the place of performance located in Washington. The contract falls under the NAICS code 541715, which pertains to research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. Although specific solicitation details and set-aside information are not provided, the contract emphasizes the importance of experienced SMEs who can contribute to cutting-edge IT RDT&E initiatives. This work is critical to ensuring that technological advancements are effectively developed and implemented within the Department of Defense’s research portfolio.

General Info

Provide IT subject matter experts for RDT&E under Naval Research Laboratory subcontract in Washington.

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, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of N0017320F2029-P00031.

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

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Research and Development Efforts for High Performance Computing

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory

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Provision of specialized SMEs to sustain RDT&E projects in information technology, including technical leadership, systems analysis, and integration of research outcomes.

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