Bid guide
How to bid on Broad Agency Announcement DEVCOM C5ISR RTI from the Dept of the Army
What the Army is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Army, specifically the DEVCOM C5ISR Center, is seeking innovative science and technology proposals. They are interested in research and development that supports secure communications and networking technologies for soldiers. This includes areas such as Soldier and Platform Mission Equipment, Spectrum Dominance and Intelligence, and Advanced Technology.
This is an opportunity for businesses to contribute to critical military capabilities, enhancing information dominance and lethality for networked soldiers. Your proposals could help shape future Army technology.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) was published on January 16, 2025. It is an ongoing opportunity, with a submission deadline of October 31, 2027, at 11:59 PM ET. This extended deadline allows for continuous submission of proposals over time.
At the deadline, the Army will no longer accept new proposals for this specific BAA. It is important to submit your innovative science and technology proposals before this date.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is best suited for firms with expertise in professional services, particularly those involved in science and technology research and development. Companies specializing in secure communications, networking technologies, soldier equipment, spectrum management, intelligence systems, and advanced technology will find this relevant.
If your firm has innovative ideas or solutions in these technical portfolio areas, the Army is interested in hearing from you.
How to respond
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Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all attachments, especially Attachment 01, which lists the research topics. The Army has made several amendments, so ensure you are working with the latest version of all documents. Pay close attention to any highlighted changes.
When crafting your proposal, clearly articulate how your innovative science and technology directly addresses one or more of the RTI Directorate's technical portfolio areas: Soldier and Platform Mission Equipment, Spectrum Dominance and Intelligence, or Advanced Technology. Emphasize the potential impact of your research and development on enabling information dominance and decisive lethality for networked soldiers.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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