This contract action resulted in a cost plus fixed fee type contract as the requirement is for reserach and development services. It was comppetitively awarded via Broad Agency Announcment HDTRA1-14-24-FRCWMD-BAA.
GEORGIA TECH RESEARCH INSTITUTE DIRECTED ENERGY WEAPONS COUNTER UAS Solicitation ID/Procurement Identifier: FA868421D2002 Ultimate Completion Date: Mon Mar 30 17:00:00 GMT 2026
The Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS) requires a service agreement to maintain the Lab and Research equipment. The Laboratory service line uses analyzers, slide strainers, and cover slippers to process patient specimens. The Research service line uses analyzers, microscopes, and counters to process specimens collected on research candidates.
specifically builds upon and continues the previous program’s focus on developing Thallium Bromide (TlBr) as a revolutionary new detector material that is expected to have a transformational impact in helping to counter the threat of nuclear terrorism.
The research is expected to culminate in delivery of CDMs and supporting characterization and test data that will support transitioning to CWMD’s THOR program which will develop prototype TlBr Radio-Isotope Identification Devices (RIIDs) for eventual commercialization. The performer shall conduct the necessary research and development to complete the design, fabrication and testing needed to characterize TlBr-based CDMs.
The Gamma Counter should include 24 detectors, which will support the Miami VA Healthcare System, Research Service.Specific Tasks Required of VendorThe vendor must provide the following:The vendor will deliver One (1) Research Multi-Crystal Gamma Counter, basic, 24 detectors equipment.
An important part of this assistance is provided by the Research and Development Directorate, Counter WMD Technologies Department, Counterforce Systems Division (RD- CXS) through development of counterforce and defensive planning capabilities.
