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Scientific, Engineering, and Technical Assistance (SETA) Support

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Response Deadline12/26/2028, 05:59:00 PM UTC

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The contract titled "Scientific, Engineering, and Technical Assistance (SETA) Support" involves providing advisory and assistance services to government technical teams, focusing on systems engineering, technical analysis, and program management support. It is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Defense, specifically through the Virginia Contracting Activity. The services are intended to support the technical and programmatic needs of government personnel, ensuring effective management and execution of related projects. This opportunity has a NAICS code of 541690, which covers other scientific and technical consulting services. The performance location is specified as Washington with the ZIP code 20340. Although the solicitation number and point of contact are not provided, the contract posting date is December 22, 2025, with a response deadline set for December 26, 2028. This indicates an extended window for submission, reflecting potentially complex requirements or ongoing needs for technical advisory support within the Department of Defense framework.

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Provide SETA advisory services in systems engineering and program management for DoD in Washington.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Virginia Contracting ActivityView Agency

NAICS

541690 - Other Scientific and Technical Consulting ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, 20340, USA

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PostedDec 22

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Response DeadlineDec 26

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12/26/2028, 05:59:00 PM UTCin over 2 years

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Virginia Contracting Activity

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Provide advisory and assistance services including systems engineering, technical analysis, and program management support to government technical teams.

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