U.S. ARMY SPACE AND MISSILE DEFENSE COMMAND (USASMDC) SPACE AND MISSILE DEFENSE TECHNICAL CENTER (SMDTC) BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT FOR SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND TEST AND EVALUATION RESEARCH

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the current research topics of interest for the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC), Space and Missile Defense Technical Center (SMDTC) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Science, Technology, and Test and Evaluation Research. It serves as a guide for potential offerors interested in submitting proposals.

The document details various topics of interest, each with a specific Announcement ID (TCBAA001 through TCBAA016). These topics cover a wide range of advanced research and development areas, including:

• Electromagnetic Models: Development of multiscale electromagnetic models for susceptibility and thermal analysis (TCBAA001).
• Electronic Warfare & RADAR: Development of new electronic warfare and RADAR algorithms, systems, and models for battlefield survivability and anonymity (TCBAA002).
• Antenna Concepts: Development of novel high-powered microwave (HPM) antennas capable of handling high power input and transmitting wideband signals (TCBAA003).
• RF Component Technologies: Development of novel HPM components, cables, and connectors, focusing on high voltage capabilities and standardized interfaces (TCBAA004).
• RF Transmitter Systems: Development of HPM and Standard RF Transmitter systems for outdoor testing, including integrated prime power, cooling, and antenna tracking (TCBAA005).
• Solid State HPM Sources: Development of novel solid-state HPM sources based on various technologies, with an emphasis on high repetition rates and power tunability (TCBAA006).
• Directed Energy Weapon Systems: Applied research for digital transformation of directed energy weapons, focusing on standard interfaces, modularity, and affordability (TCBAA007).
• Energy Based Weapon Systems: Exploration of Tactical Microgrid Standards (TMS) for power management and integration into emerging directed energy weapon platforms (TCBAA008).
• Pulsed Laser Research: Research into short and ultrashort pulsed lasers for directed energy applications, focusing on novel sources, propagation, ablation, and diagnostics (TCBAA009).
• HPM & Hypersonic Technologies: Development of novel technologies for HPM and hypersonic systems and testing, covering various aspects of the technology life cycle (TCBAA010).
• Beam Control for Lasers: Advancements in beam control technologies for high-energy lasers to enhance range and effectiveness, including adaptive optics, beam directors, and target detection sensors (TCBAA011).
• Laser System Modularization: Development of concepts for modularization of high-energy laser weapon systems, aligning with Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA), including model-based systems engineering and cognitive load reduction for warfighters (TCBAA012).
• RF Photonics Technologies: Development and application of RF Photonics technologies for beam forming, millimeter wave systems, and active electronic warfare (TCBAA013).
• Direct Diode Lasing Technologies: Demonstration of novel direct diode lasing technologies and beam combination approaches for cost-effective, ruggedized laser weapon modules (TCBAA014).
• Vendor Suggested Topics: A placeholder for topics suggested by vendors (TCBAA015).
• Laboratory Networks: Development and demonstration of novel networks for virtual test and training environments, supporting kinetic and non-kinetic kill webs, and flight test safety (TCBAA016).

This document is a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA). Specific contract types, periods of performance, and estimated values are not detailed within this document but are typically outlined in the full BAA solicitation available on grants.gov and sam.gov.

Interested parties are encouraged to continually browse the SMDTC webpage and review the SMDTC BAA for instructions on submissions. The full BAA is available on https://www.grants.gov/ and https://sam.gov/.

Not specified in this document; refer to the full BAA.

This document is a printed copy of the current SMDTC topics of interest as of the noted print date (Revision 02: 18 Nov 2025). Changes will be made on the SMDTC website. BAA Number: W9113M-24-R-BAA1. Issued: 26 Aug 2024.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) from the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC) Space and Missile Defense Technical Center (SMDTC) solicits research proposals for science, technology, and test and evaluation research. The SMDTC aims to support the joint warfighter by providing expertise in these areas to enable dominance today and in the future. The SMDTC focuses on three essential tasks: executing science and technology, research and development, and test and evaluation; managing and operating the Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Defense Test Site; and conducting space operations and space domain awareness. The SMDTC is interested in research within four major technology areas: tactical responsive space and high-altitude technologies, test and evaluation, strategic weapon technologies, and hypersonic defeat.

• White papers are required for initial concept reviews, followed by full proposals if encouraged.

• Research should focus on scientific study and experimentation to advance the state-of-the-art, increase knowledge, or understanding for basic and applied research.

• Development efforts should not be primarily focused on the maturation of a specific system or hardware procurement.

• Proposals should not focus on the development of a specific system or satisfying specific hardware/software requirements.

• White papers are limited to five (5) pages (one-page cover sheet, four-page technical description including cost).

• Full proposals consist of a cover sheet and two volumes: Volume I (Technical and Management Approach) and Volume II (Cost/Price Proposal).

• Awards may be made in the form of procurement contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, Technology Investment Agreements (TIAs), or Other Transactions (OTs).

• The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for procurement contracts will be 541715 (Research & Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences).

• The BAA is continuously open, valid from issuance until August 23, 2029, unless otherwise announced.

• A two-step solicitation process is employed: Step 1 - White Paper Submission, Step 2 - Full Proposal Submission (if selected).

• Preliminary inquiries with SMDTC Technical Points of Contact (TPOCs) are strongly encouraged before submitting a white paper.

• White papers will receive a "Go" or "No Go" determination.

• Proposals will only be considered if the Government provides a recommendation to submit a proposal.

• Evaluation criteria include Technical (most important), Management, and Cost/Price.

• Key Dates: BAA open through August 23, 2029. Specific proposal closing dates will be established and communicated.

• Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, state and local governments, and for-profit organizations (large and small businesses).

• Generally, no cost sharing or matching is required, except for certain OT instruments.

• Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) and University-Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs) have specific eligibility requirements.

• Teaming is encouraged.

• The cost of white paper and proposal preparation is not reimbursable.

• All submissions will be treated as sensitive competitive information.

• Applicants must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).

• Research at SMDTC often leads to military applications and may involve classified information; applicants must be prepared to handle classified information if applicable.

• Specific contact information for Contract Specialists and Contracting Officers is provided in Section V.A.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) from the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC) Space and Missile Defense Technical Center (SMDTC) solicits research proposals for science, technology, and test and evaluation. The SMDTC aims to support the joint warfighter by providing expertise to enable dominance today and in the future, focusing on tactical responsive space and high-altitude technologies, test and evaluation, strategic weapon technologies, and hypersonic defeat.

• Proposals are sought for basic and applied research efforts.

• Focus is on scientific study and experimentation to advance the state-of-the-art, not on specific system development or hardware procurement.

• White papers are required for initial concept reviews, followed by full proposals if encouraged.

• Research topics of interest are available on the SMDTC webpage: https://www.smdc.army.mil/ORGANIZATION/TC/

• Awards may be made in the form of procurement contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, Technology Investment Agreements (TIAs), or Other Transactions (OTs).

• The specific instrument type will be selected by ACC-RSA SMD/SP based on the proposed effort.

• The BAA is continuously open from the issue date (August 26, 2024) through August 23, 2029.

• A two-step process: Step 1 - White Paper Submission; Step 2 - Full Proposal Submission (if selected).

• White papers are limited to five pages and will be reviewed for "Go" or "No Go" determination.

• Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical, Management, and Cost/Price factors, with Technical being the most important.

• Key deadlines are listed on the cover page (closing date for white papers is August 23, 2029).

• Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, state and local governments, and for-profit organizations (large and small businesses).

• Generally, no cost sharing or matching is required, except for certain OT instruments.

• Funding for white paper or proposal preparation is not provided.

• All submissions will be treated as sensitive competitive information.

• Interested parties are encouraged to contact SMDTC TPOCs for preliminary inquiries.

• The document details extensive requirements for proposal structure, content, representations, certifications, and risk assessments (including foreign influence and national security considerations).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) from the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC) Space and Missile Defense Technical Center (SMDTC) solicits research proposals for science, technology, and test and evaluation. The goal is to support the joint warfighter by providing expertise to enable dominance now and in the future, focusing on tactical responsive space and high-altitude technologies, test and evaluation, strategic weapon technologies, and hypersonic defeat.

• White papers and full proposals are sought for cutting-edge, innovative research.

• Research should advance the state-of-the-art or increase knowledge in basic and applied research, not focused on specific systems or hardware procurement.

• Topics of interest are available on the SMDTC webpage: https://www.smdc.army.mil/ORGANIZATION/TC/. Innovative concepts aligning with SMDTC's mission are also considered.

• Anticipated award instruments include procurement contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, Technology Investment Agreements (TIAs), and Other Transactions (OTs).

• The specific instrument type will be selected by ACC-RSA SMD/SP based on the proposed effort.

• NAICS code for procurement contracts: 541715 (Research & Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences).

• Small business size standard for NAICS 541715 is 1,300 employees.

• A two-step solicitation process is outlined: Step 1 - White Paper Submission, Step 2 - Full Proposal Submission (if encouraged).

• White papers are limited to five pages (one-page cover sheet, four-page technical description including cost estimate).

• White papers will be reviewed for technical approach/qualifications, schedule (within 24 months), and cost estimating methods, risks, and controls.

• A "Go" or "No Go" determination will be provided for white papers.

• Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical, Management, and Cost/Price factors, with Technical being the most important.

• The BAA is a continuously open announcement, valid through August 23, 2029, unless otherwise announced.

• Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, state and local governments, and for-profit organizations (large and small businesses).

• Specific eligibility requirements apply for Other Transactions for Prototypes.

• Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) and University-Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs) have specific eligibility conditions.

• Generally, no cost sharing or matching is required, but exceptions may apply for OT instruments.

• Applicants are encouraged to contact the SMDTC Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) for preliminary inquiries.

• The cost of white paper and proposal preparation is not directly reimbursable.

• All submissions will be treated as sensitive competitive information.

• The document includes extensive details on proposal structure, content, evaluation criteria, and administrative/national policy requirements, including research risk assessments and foreign influence mitigation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the "Current Research Topics for the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC), Space and Missile Defense Technical Center (SMDTC) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Science, Technology, and Test and Evaluation Research." It details various "Topics of Interest" for research and development, serving as a call for proposals under BAA Number W9113M-24-R-BAA1. The document is a revision dated March 4, 2025.

The document lists several specific research areas, including:

• Development of Multiscale Electromagnetic Models: For susceptibility and thermal analysis of high-powered microwave (HPM) systems.
• Development of New Electronic Warfare and RADAR Algorithms: For battlefield survivability and anonymity in 2040.
• Development of Novel Antenna Concepts: For high-powered microwave (HPM) applications.
• Development of Novel RF Component Technologies: Including cables and connectors for high-voltage applications.
• Development of Novel RF Transmitter Systems: For outdoor testing and assessing RF technologies.
• Development of Novel Solid State HPM Sources: Utilizing various solid-state technologies.
• Digital Transformation for Directed Energy Weapon Systems: Focusing on standard interfaces and modularity.
• Energy Based Weapon Systems and Tactical Microgrid Standard: Exploring power management and integration for directed energy weapons.
• Short and Ultrashort Pulsed Laser Research: For directed energy applications.
• Development of Novel Technologies for HPM and Hypersonic Systems: Including components, systems, and test facilities.
• Advancements in Beam Control: For high-energy lasers, focusing on power, range, and adaptive optics.
• High Energy Laser System Modularization and Battlefield Decision Aids: Utilizing Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA).
• Development & Application of Radio Frequency (RF) Photonics Technologies: For beam forming and millimeter-wave systems.
• Demonstration of Novel Direct Diode Lasing Technologies: For high energy laser weapon systems.

This document is a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA), indicating a focus on research and development. Specific contract types, periods of performance, or estimated values are not detailed within this document, but are expected to be outlined in the full BAA.

Interested parties are encouraged to continually browse the SMDTC webpage and review the SMDTC BAA for instructions on submissions. The full BAA is available on https://www.grants.gov/ and https://sam.gov/.

No specific set-aside or eligibility requirements are detailed in this document.

This document is a printed copy of the current SMDTC topics of interest as of the noted print date. It is a revision dated March 4, 2025. The original BAA was issued on August 26, 2024.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to questions submitted by potential vendors regarding the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Science, Technology, and Test and Evaluation Research (Announcement Number: W9113M-24-R-BAA1).

• Multiple White Papers per Topic: Vendors can submit multiple white papers for a single topic.
• Unsolicited Topics: Vendors can submit white papers for topics not explicitly listed, provided they align with the SMDTC's mission. The BAA topics are suggestive, not limiting. The document emphasizes that the BAA seeks white papers and/or proposals for scientific study and experimentation to advance the state-of-the-art or increase knowledge, rather than for specific system development or hardware procurement.

This document clarifies submission guidelines for white papers, indicating flexibility in topic selection as long as the research aligns with the USASMDC's mission and the general scope of the BAA. It reinforces the guidance found on page 7 of the BAA regarding research topics of interest.

Other / Unclassified

This document, titled "Current Research Topics for USASMDC TC BAA For Science, Technology, and Test and Evaluation Research," dated August 26, 2024, outlines various topics of interest for the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC) Technical Center (SMDTC) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) W9113M-24-R-BAA1. It serves as a printed compilation of current research interests and directs interested parties to the official SMDTC webpage and the grants.gov and sam.gov websites for the full BAA and any updates.

This document is highly relevant for potential bidders as it details specific research areas and topics for which USASMDC is seeking proposals. It provides a list of distinct announcement IDs (TCBAA001 through TCBAA010), each with a title, description, and key competencies. These topics cover a range of scientific and technological fields, including:

• Development of Multiscale Electromagnetic Models for Susceptibility and Thermal Analysis (TCBAA001)
• Development of New Electronic Warfare and RADAR Algorithms, Systems, and Models (TCBAA002)
• Development of Novel Antenna Concepts (TCBAA003)
• Development of Novel RF Component Technologies (TCBAA004)
• Development of Novel RF Transmitter Systems (TCBAA005)
• Development of Novel Solid State HPM Sources (TCBAA006)
• Digital Transformation for Directed Energy Weapon Systems (TCBAA007)
• Energy Based Weapon Systems and the Application of the Tactical Microgrid Standard (TCBAA008)
• Short and Ultrashort Pulsed Laser Research for Directed Energy Applications (TCBAA009)
• Development of Novel Technologies for HPM and Hypersonic Systems and Testing (TCBAA010)

Bidders interested in these research areas should consult the full BAA for detailed requirements, submission instructions, and evaluation criteria.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) is issued by the U.S. Army Contracting Command-Redstone (ACC-RSA) on behalf of the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC) Space and Missile Defense Technical Center (SMDTC). The purpose is to solicit research proposals for science, technology, and test and evaluation research to support the SMDTC's mission of enabling warfighter dominance through science, technology, and test and evaluation expertise. The SMDTC focuses on tactical responsive space and high-altitude technologies, test and evaluation, strategic weapon technologies, and hypersonic defeat.

• The BAA seeks white papers and/or proposals for basic and applied research that advances the state-of-the-art or increases knowledge and understanding, rather than focusing on specific systems or hardware solutions.

• Research topics of interest are published on the SMDTC webpage (https://www.smdc.army.mil/ORGANIZATION/TC/) and are considered suggestive, not limiting.

• Proposals should demonstrate innovative, feasible, and achievable technical approaches.

• Awards may be made in the form of procurement contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, Technology Investment Agreements (TIAs), or Other Transactions (OTs).

• The BAA is a continuously open announcement, valid from August 26, 2024, through August 26, 2029, unless otherwise announced.

• Funding is anticipated to be incremental.

• A two-step process is required: Step 1 involves submitting a white paper for review, and Step 2 involves submitting a full proposal if encouraged.

• White papers are limited to five pages (cover sheet and four-page technical description).

• Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical, Management, and Cost/Price factors, with Technical being the most important.

• The Government reserves the right to select all, some, or none of the proposals.

• Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, state and local governments, and for-profit organizations (large and small businesses).

• Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) and University-Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs) have specific eligibility requirements.

• Generally, there is no requirement for cost sharing or matching.

• The BAA is issued under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 35 and 2 CFR 200.204.

• Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the SMDTC Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) for their topic area before submitting a white paper or proposal.

• Proposal preparation costs are not reimbursable.

• All submissions must be unclassified.