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BAA-VS-07-03Federal

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The contract modification updates the title of the Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) to "Space Components Technology," reflecting its focus on technological advancements related to space components. This solicitation, identified by the number BAA-VS-07-03, was posted on January 13, 2016, and is managed by the Department of Defense through the AFRL RVK office located at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico. The contract is associated with the NAICS code 541712, indicating its relevance to research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. Work under this contract will be performed at Kirtland Air Force Base, with key points of contact including Nancy D. Lopez as the Contract Specialist and Melissa Brown as the Contracting Officer, both reachable via email and phone. The contract solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations, suggesting it is open to a broad range of eligible applicants. Additional details and official documentation related to this solicitation can be accessed through the provided online workspace link on the federal contracting portal.

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Contract for Space Components Technology research at Kirtland AFB by AFRL, DoD solicitation BAA-VS-07-03.

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Department Of Defense → FA9453 Afrl Rvk

Contract Value

$230,149

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541712 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)

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AFRL, KIRTLAND AFB, NM, 87117, USA

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NONE

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Northrop Grumman Space & Mission Systems Corp. 1 Space Park Blvd REDONDO BEACH CA 90278 USA

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA9453 Afrl Rvk
Contacts2 people available
OfficeKIRTLAND AFB, NM, 87117, USA
Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA9453 Afrl Rvk
Office AddressKIRTLAND AFB, NM, 87117, USA
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Nancy D LopezContract Specialist
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Melissa BrownContracting Officer
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