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Space Domain Awareness (SDA) for Directed Energy Applications

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The contract focuses on developing advanced capabilities for detecting, tracking, and characterizing space assets using directed energy or related sensing technologies. It aims to enhance space domain awareness by incorporating threat assessment and counter-space applications to better understand and mitigate potential risks in the space environment. The work under this subcontract will support the Department of Defense’s efforts to maintain superiority in space by leveraging innovative sensing and tracking methods. Issued by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) in Albuquerque, this effort falls under the NAICS code 541715, related to research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. The solicitation was posted in March 2026 with a response deadline in March 2031, providing an extended window for proposals. The supply or service is classified as a subcontract, emphasizing collaboration within a broader program to enhance space situational awareness and directed energy applications.

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Develop advanced sensing technologies for space asset tracking, threat assessment, and defense support.

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Department Of Defense → FA9451 Afrl RdkView Agency

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

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Albuquerque, NM, 87111, USA

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Develop capabilities to detect, track, and characterize space assets using DE or related sensing technologies, including threat assessment and counter-space applications.

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