White paper call #15 Topic # FGC-02, Next Generation of Remote Sensing Capabilities for BAA W56KGU-23-R-RTID

SOL #: W56KGU26RRTIDSpecial Notice

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
ACC-APG

Place of Performance

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical (541715)

PSC

National Defense R&D Services; Department Of Defense Military; Experimental Development (AC13)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Mar 13, 2026
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Last Updated
Apr 10, 2026
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Action Date
Apr 27, 2026, 7:00 PM

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 Army, ACC-APG, under Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) W56KGU-23-R-RTID, has issued White Paper Call #15, Topic # FGC-02, seeking innovative technologies for the Next Generation of Remote Sensing Capabilities. This Special Notice invites submissions for basic research, applied research, advanced technology development, or demonstration and validation. White Papers are due by April 27, 2026.

Scope of Work

This call targets technologies and methodologies related to the "Next Generation of Remote Sensing Capabilities." Submissions should align with the overarching BAA W56KGU-23-R-RTID and fall into one of the eligible research categories: basic research, applied research, advanced technology development (not system-specific), or demonstration and validation. General public release requirements apply.

Contract & Timeline

  • Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Call for White Papers under a BAA)
  • Parent BAA: W56KGU-23-R-RTID, "Research and Technology Integration (RTI) Directorate Broad Agency Announcement"
  • Anticipated Awards: One or more contracts
  • Period of Performance: Up to an unspecified duration
  • Funding: Up to an unspecified total contract ceiling; awards expected to range from an unspecified amount. Option years are not guaranteed.
  • Set-Aside: None specified
  • White Paper Due: April 27, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
  • Published: April 10, 2026

Submission & Evaluation

This is a "two-step" process; submitting a proposal without a prior White Paper may lead to ineligibility. White Papers should not exceed a specified page limit (excluding ROM and Cover Page). Technical questions and White Papers must be submitted via email to the RTI BAA Mailbox, with a copy to the Acquisition Advisor.

Additional Notes

All instructions from BAA W56KGU-23-R-RTID apply. Funding estimates are subject to change. For viewing CUI documents, requests must include the Contractor's JCP Certification Number and CAGE Code. Classified submissions require contacting the RTI BAA Management Team for specific instructions.

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