PSC Category AC14 encompasses National Defense Research and Development (R&D) services specifically focused on Department of Defense (DoD) military research and administrative expenses. The category covers a wide range of technical and engineering research efforts, including advanced technology development, systems integration, prototype testing, and specialized engineering services for military applications such as aircraft, unmanned systems, propulsion technologies, communications, and emerging defense technologies. The federal contract awards in this category demonstrate a robust range of R&D and engineering support contracts, typically valued between $100,000 and $20 million, with performance periods ranging from 6 months to 5 years. Frequently awarded contractors include General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, SAIC, Kratos Defense & Rocket Support Services, and Raytheon, with predominant funding from agencies like Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Air Force Materiel Command, and Naval Information Warfare Systems Command. Most contracts are cost-plus-fixed-fee delivery orders under indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) vehicles, with a focus on research and development for military technologies. The vast majority of awards are not set aside for small businesses, indicating open competition among larger defense contractors. The federal contract opportunities in this PSC category primarily focus on advanced research and development initiatives for high-speed and hypersonic vehicle technologies, propulsion and power systems, and specific military platform enhancements. Notable opportunities include the Naval Air Systems Command's Propulsion and Power Technology Development Program Broad Agency Announcement, which seeks white papers for research in aircraft electrical power systems, fuel technologies, and advanced propulsion systems, and the Air Force Test Center's Enterprise High Speed Systems Test Technology solicitation for research and testing of high-speed and hypersonic vehicle concepts. These opportunities demonstrate a strong emphasis on cutting-edge defense technology research, with a focus on supporting next-generation military capabilities across various platforms and operational domains.
Name | Description | Awardee | Potential Value (Click to sort descending) | Award Date (Click to sort descending) | Last Date To Order (Click to sort descending) | Updated At (Click to sort descending) |
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GS00Q14OADS732 | Sumaria Systems, LLC | $5.0k | 6/20/14 | 12/19/24 | 4/19/24 | |
GS00Q14OADS723 | Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, LTD. | $5.0k | 6/20/14 | 12/19/24 | 4/17/24 | |
GS00Q14OADS614 | Radiance Technologies Inc. | $5.0k | 6/20/14 | 12/19/24 | 5/8/24 | |
GS00Q14OADS617 | Sigmatech Inc. | $5.0k | 6/20/14 | 12/19/24 | 4/15/24 | |
W31P4Q22D0025 | General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. | $454.4m | 7/27/22 | 7/31/27 | 11/14/24 |
Name | Description | Awardee | Potential Value (Click to sort descending) | Award Date (Click to sort descending) | Completion Date (Click to sort descending) | Updated At (Click to sort descending) |
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Delivery Order W31P4Q22D0025-W31P4Q25F0018 | General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. | $1.3m | 11/21/24 | 5/21/26 | 11/21/24 | |
Delivery Order GS00Q14OADS621-W31P4Q21F0038 | Torch Technologies Inc. | $968.3m | 1/15/21 | 11/18/25 | 11/21/24 | |
Delivery Order F3365783C0043-HU400198402C0077F3365783C0043 | Mcdonnell Douglas Corporation | $0 | 2/15/84 | Not listed | 2/15/84 | |
Delivery Order N6226990D0114-RB12N199402C3081N6226990D0114 |
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| Dayton T. Brown, Inc. | $0 | 2/15/94 | 2/15/95 | 2/15/94 |
Delivery Order F3365781C2043-HU280198112C0093F3365781C2043 |
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| None | $0 | 12/15/81 | Not listed | 12/15/81 |
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