Compressed Representations for Adaptive Messaging (CRAM)

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Amendment 0005) to the ONR BAA Announcement #N0001425SB001 includes the following changes:

• All Sections: Updated website URLs and email addresses; revised minor grammatical and contextual inconsistencies; and provided an updated version of the Proposal Checklist available on the ONR website.
• Section A: Updated the announcement number for the ONR STEM Education and Workforce Program Funding Opportunity Announcement.
• Section B: Extended the announcement duration by one year or until replaced by a successor BAA; added a URL for questions submitted via the ONR Submission Portal.
• Section D: Completely revised the description for ONRGlobal; added a link to sample CDRL work items for proposal packages.
• Section F: Updated requirements for submitting contract proposals or grant applications; added restrictions regarding the submission of CUI and Export Controlled CUI via the ONR Submission Portal.
• Section G: Added a revision to the 'Options' subsection regarding the Government's right to incrementally fund options.
• Appendix 2: Added clarification that the ONR Microsoft Excel Cost Proposal template is required; revised the policy on password-protected proposal documents; added DFARS 252.225-7013 (Duty-Free Entry) and DFARS 252.204-7021 (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level Requirements) to the Provision/Clause table; added DFARS 252.204-7025 (Notice of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level Requirements) in full text; updated the Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment with the November 2021 version.

All Sections, Section A, Section B, Section D, Section F, Section G, and Appendix 2.

No changes to proposal deadlines or evaluation factors are indicated. Offerors should review the updated sections for any new requirements or clarifications, particularly regarding proposal submission formats and specific clauses.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Amendment 0005) to Broad Agency Announcement N0001425SB001 introduces several updates across various sections:

• All Sections: Updated website URLs and email addresses; revised minor grammatical and contextual inconsistencies; and provided an updated version of the Proposal Checklist available on the ONR website.
• Section A: Updated the announcement number for the ONR Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematic (STEM) Education and Workforce Program Funding Opportunity Announcement.
• Section B: Extended the duration of the announcement by one year or until replaced by a successor BAA. A URL for questions submitted under the ONR Submission Portal has been added.
• Section D: The description for ONRGlobal has been completely revised, and a link to sample CDRL work items for proposal packages has been added.
• Section F: Updated requirements for offerors submitting contract proposals or grant applications and added restrictions regarding the submission of CUI and Export Controlled CUI via the ONR Submission Portal.
• Section G: Revised the 'Options' subsection regarding the Government's right to incrementally fund options.
• Appendix 2: Clarified that the ONR Microsoft Excel Cost Proposal template with intact formulas is required for contract submissions. Revised the policy on password-protected proposal documents. Added DFARS 252.225-7013 (Duty-Free Entry) and DFARS 252.204-7021 (Contractor Compliance with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level Requirements) to the Provision/Clause table. Also added DFARS 252.204-7025 (Notice of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level Requirements) and updated the Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment to the November 2021 version.

Amendments affect Sections A, B, D, F, G, and Appendix 2 of the original announcement.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0004) to the Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) N0001425SB001 makes the following key changes:

• Submission Portal Transition: Effective June 1, 2025, ONR will no longer accept white paper and proposal submissions via FedConnect. All new submissions must be made through the ONR Submission Portal.

• Correction of Discrepancies: Numbering and formatting errors in Sections E.4. and F.6. within Appendices I and II have been corrected. The content of these sections remains unchanged.

• URL Update: The DTIC website URL in Appendix I, E.4.(2) has been updated.

• References to FedConnect for submissions are being replaced with references to the ONR Submission Portal.

• Sections E.4. and F.6. within Appendices I and II have had their numbering/formatting adjusted.

• Appendix I, E.4.(2) has an updated URL.

• The primary impact for bidders is the mandatory transition to the ONR Submission Portal for all new white papers and proposals starting June 1, 2025. Bidders should familiarize themselves with the new portal.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to the Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) N0001425SB001 incorporates the following changes:

• Points of Contact: Updates to the Contracts/Business and Security Points of Contact listed in Section B, subsection 10.
• Policy Link: Addition of a link in Section G.1.2. to the DoD Memo regarding the Policy on Risk-Based Security Reviews of Fundamental Research.
• Clause Updates: The clause table in Appendix 2, Section I.1.(6) has been updated to remove FAR 52.222-24 (Preaward On-Site Equal Opportunity Compliance Evaluation) and add FAR 52.222-41 (Service Contract Labor Standards).
• Formatting: Minor formatting and grammatical edits have been made throughout the document.

Section B (Basic Information), Section G (Application Review Information), and Appendix 2 (Requirements Applicable to Contracts and Other Transaction Agreements Only) are affected by these changes.

This amendment does not appear to modify proposal deadlines or submission requirements. Offerors should review the updated Points of Contact and ensure they are referencing the most current version of the document, noting that all revisions are denoted by red text.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) from the Office of Naval Research (ONR), ONR Global (ONRG), and the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab (MCWL) solicits proposals for Long-Range Science and Technology (S&T) Projects. The goal is to advance and improve Navy and Marine Corps operations through research across various science and engineering disciplines. This announcement is not for the acquisition of technical, engineering, or support services.

• The BAA covers basic research, applied research, advanced technology development, and, under certain conditions, advanced component development and prototypes.

• Offerors must submit a non-proprietary Statement of Work (SOW) with their proposals.

• White Papers are frequently desired by ONR Program Officers and should be submitted according to specific format and content guidelines.

• Awards may take the form of contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, or Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs).

• For OTAs for Research, a 50/50 cost share between the Government and performer is generally required.

• Cost sharing is not expected for contracts and assistance awards but voluntary cost sharing may be considered.

• Proposals may be submitted at any time during the announcement period, which is approximately one year from publication or until replaced by a successor BAA.

• Proposals will be evaluated based on technical merit, importance to agency programs, and funds availability. Naval relevance and contribution to the ONR and Department of Navy mission are also key criteria.

• Specific submission instructions for white papers and full proposals are provided, including registration requirements for FedConnect and SAM.

• All responsible sources from academia, industry, and the research community worldwide are eligible.

• Federally Funded Research & Development Centers (FFRDCs) are not eligible to receive awards but may team with eligible offerors.

• Navy laboratories, military universities, and warfare centers are also not eligible to directly submit proposals.

• No portion of this BAA is set aside for HBCUs/MIs, small businesses, or other socio-economic participation, but all businesses are encouraged to submit.

• Offerors must register with the System for Award Management (SAM) and obtain a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).

• Classified proposals are permitted but must be submitted according to specific procedures.

• Specific contact information for technical, business, and grants inquiries is provided.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to BAA N0001425SB001 makes the following changes:

• NAICS Code Update: The NAICS code listed on the FedConnect website posting has been revised from '541712' to '541715'.

• Fringe Benefits and Indirect Costs: In Appendix I, Section E.2.(e).4, the de minimis rate for Fringe Benefits and Indirect Costs (Facilities and Administration (F&A), Overhead, G&A, etc.) has been revised from 10% to 15%.

• NAICS Code (as posted on FedConnect)

• Appendix I, Section E.2.(e).4 (Fringe Benefits and Indirect Costs)

This amendment does not appear to modify proposal submission deadlines or overall requirements, but bidders should note the updated NAICS code and the change in the de minimis indirect cost rate.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) to BAA N0001425SB001 incorporates the following changes:

• Section A: Adds new instructions regarding BAA Feedback.
• Section I.1.(a).x: Adds language for "Administrative and National Policy Requirement."
• Appendix 1, Section F.6.(5): Adds language for "Research and Related Senior/Key Person Profile (Expanded)."
• Appendix 2, Section I.1.(6): Updates the clause table with the following:
  • Corrects numbering for DFARS 252.225-7972 and DFARS 252.225-7973 (Prohibition on the Procurement of Foreign-Made Unmanned Aircraft Systems).
  • Adds clause FAR 52.240-1 (Prohibition on Unmanned Aircraft Systems Manufactured or Assembled by American Security Drone Act-Covered Foreign Entities).
  • Adds a FAR/DFARS column.
• Formatting: Numerous formatting changes have been made throughout the document.

All revisions are denoted by red text.