A--Broad Agency Announcement
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) has issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Research and Development (R&D) in support of Naval training systems. This BAA seeks innovative behavioral and engineering technologies to explore unique training techniques. The primary place of performance is Orlando, FL. Proposals are due by January 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
NAWCTSD's R&D mission covers the broad spectrum of training simulation technology, including fundamental research. The requirement is to explore unique training techniques incorporating innovative behavioral and engineering technologies for more effective and/or less expensive training systems. Technology products may include empirical research, software and computer models, test beds, and proof-of-concept demonstrations. Proposals involving interdisciplinary teams are especially encouraged. The Product Service Code is AJ12 (General Science And Technology R&D Services; Applied Research).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: January 25, 2026, at 23:00 ET
- Published: April 29, 2025 (latest amendment date)
- Department/Agency: Dept Of Defense / DEPT OF THE NAVY / NAWC TRAINING SYSTEMS DIV
Submission Process
The BAA outlines a four-step recommended process for proposal submission, which includes technical dialog. The primary communication method for Step 1 (technical dialog) is email.
Additional Notes
This BAA has undergone several amendments. The latest, Amendment 05 (April 29, 2025), corrected an email address in Section 3.1 and confirmed the proposal submission cut-off date. Previous amendments updated points of contact, clarified communication methods, and made minor administrative corrections. Offerors should refer to the full BAA document for complete details.