Department of DefenseIssuing agency·Arlington, VA·via the SAM.gov Get Opportunities APIThis announcement is issued on behalf of the Navy Manufacturing Technology (ManTech) Program. The focus of this research and development opportunity is on targeted manufacturing improvements to directly impact speed, throughput, and industrial base resiliency. This is vital for developing the next generation of manufacturing capabilities that will enable the ability to build faster, arm faster, and repair faster.
We seek innovations that will fundamentally improve the efficiency of our shipyards, maintenance depots, and supply chain partners. Offerors must clearly articulate how their proposed research will dismantle existing barriers and contribute to a more robust and responsive industrial ecosystem, improving the resilience and competitiveness of the Nation’s shipbuilding enterprise.
The sBAA seeks proposals for innovations in manufacturing technology aligned with the Navy ManTech Program's strategic objectives, focusing on 6.2 Applied Research and 6.3 Advanced Technology Development. 6.2 areas include novel materials scale-up, advanced sensor integration, robotics/automation, digital tools/computational modeling, AI/ML, and novel non-kinetic capabilities. 6.3 areas include digital tools and intelligent planning, automation and advanced manufacturing processes, autonomous systems for inspection and maintenance, advanced electronics design and manufacturing, non-destructive testing, supply chain and logistics integration, and non-metallic materials for shipbuilding applications. Proposals must address one or more Golden Fleet Initiative priority areas: speed/throughput/availability, advanced manufacturing, sustainment/repair, industrial base modernization, and supply chain capacity/logistics. The process involves a two-phase approach: Phase I white papers due 60 days after publication, followed by full proposals by invitation; Phase II white papers may be submitted from day 61 until approximately one year from publication.
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