Development of an advanced, software-defined signal emulation capability to support the test and evaluation of current- and emerging-generations of RF systems.

Active Definitive Contract Awarded Last action

Contract number
W911QX24C0023
Awardee
Awarding agency
Obligated
$5,763,467

Award facts

Opportunity
  • W911QX24R0038 Solicitation number
Contract value 47% obligated
  • $6,831,984.00 Current, with exercised options
  • $12,278,253.00 Potential, with all options
Completion date 57% complete
Current and potential, with all options
Funding agency
Research Development and Engineering Command Army Materiel Command, Department of Defense
Set-aside
No set-aside
Competition
Full and Open Competition Basic Research
Pricing
Cost Plus Fixed Fee
Place of performance
Woburn, MA 01801, USA
Legislative mandates

Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.

Transactions

Action Obligated Date
Funding Only Action P00008 $356,250
Supplemental Agreement for work within scope P00007 $1,425,000
Funding Only Action P00006 $1,246,588
Supplemental Agreement for work within scope P00005 $250,000
Exercise an Option P00004 · Synthetic overlay and integration capability novel extension (sonic-next) $1,500,000
Other Administrative Action P00003 $0
Other Administrative Action P00002 $0
Other Administrative Action P00001 $0
Original award $985,629

About this award

The U.S. Army Research Development and Engineering Command awarded a $12.278 million definitive contract to Systems & Technology Research LLC for development of an advanced, software-defined signal emulation capability to support test and evaluation of current- and emerging-generation RF systems on September 19, 2024. No set-aside was used.

The contract, titled SONIC-NEXT (Synthetic Overlay and Integration Capability Novel Extension), is priced on a cost-plus-fixed-fee basis with an ultimate completion date of May 24, 2028. Place of performance is Woburn, Massachusetts.

The originating solicitation calls for development of advanced software-defined signal emulation infrastructure to enable comprehensive RF systems testing across generational transitions. The work encompasses prototype development and integration of novel signal processing and emulation methodologies to support both fielded RF systems and next-generation RF platform evaluation.

Systems & Technology Research brings applied research and development expertise in wireless communications, electronic warfare, artificial intelligence, and sensor processing. The company operates as prime contractor on the majority of its defense R&D engagements. Subcontractors include Agile RF Systems LLC, a woman-owned small business specializing in wideband electronically phased array development (Phase 1 x-band capability with design path to 4–12 GHz in future phases), and X-Microwave LLC, providing custom microwave and radiofrequency components and assemblies. Agile RF Systems is tasked to provide all facilities, equipment, and personnel necessary to perform services except those authorized in writing by STR.

Subawards

Subcontractor Amount Awarded
X-Microwave, LLC DEVELOPMENT OF AN ADVANCED, SOFTWARE-DEFINED SIGNAL EMULATION CAPABILITY TO SUPPORT THE TEST AND EVALUATION OF CURRENT- AND EMERGING-GENERATIONS OF RF… $42,994
Agile RF Systems LLC DEVELOPMENT OF AN ADVANCED, SOFTWARE-DEFINED SIGNAL EMULATION CAPABILITY TO SUPPORT THE TEST AND EVALUATION OF CURRENT- AND EMERGING-GENERATIONS OF RF… $840,000
Agile RF Systems LLC DEVELOPMENT OF AN ADVANCED, SOFTWARE-DEFINED SIGNAL EMULATION CAPABILITY TO SUPPORT THE TEST AND EVALUATION OF CURRENT- AND EMERGING-GENERATIONS OF RF… $155,000
Agile RF Systems LLC DEVELOPMENT OF AN ADVANCED, SOFTWARE-DEFINED SIGNAL EMULATION CAPABILITY TO SUPPORT THE TEST AND EVALUATION OF CURRENT- AND EMERGING-GENERATIONS OF RF… $170,000

Quick answers

Who was awarded contract W911QX24C0023?

W911QX24C0023 was awarded to Systems & Technology Research LLC by ACC Aberdeen Proving Ground (Army Contracting Command) on September 19, 2024.

How much is contract W911QX24C0023 worth?

The government has obligated $5,763,467 on W911QX24C0023. Its current value, with exercised options, is $6,831,984. Its potential value, with all options, is $12,278,253.

Which agency awarded contract W911QX24C0023?

ACC Aberdeen Proving Ground (Army Contracting Command) awarded W911QX24C0023, with funding from Research Development and Engineering Command (Army Materiel Command).

Was contract W911QX24C0023 competed?

The extent of competition for W911QX24C0023 was full and open competition.

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