MODIFICATION
A -- Defense Sciences Research and Technology
- Notice Date
- 2/4/2003
- Notice Type
- Modification
- Contracting Office
- Other Defense Agencies, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, Contracts Management Office, 3701 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA, 22203-1714
- ZIP Code
- 22203-1714
- Solicitation Number
- BAA03-02
- Response Due
- 11/7/2003
- Point of Contact
- Steven Wax, Deputy Director, Defense Sciences Office, Phone 703-696-2281, Fax 571-218-4553,
- E-Mail Address
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- Description
- BAA-03-02, ADDENDUM 4, MODIFICATION 1 - PREDICTING REAL OPTIMIZED MATERIALS. The purpose of Modification 1 is to change Addendum #4 to Addendum #5 wherever it appears throughout document.egies are further encouraged. (4) Efforts that lead to an understanding of the portion of the received signal that should be sampled, sampling rates, the number of sensors that should be deployed, and the effects of the geometrical arrangement, and their effect on the theoretical resolution that can be obtained in the image. (5) Strategies for exploiting existing and planned data collections from existing physical and synthetic electromagnetic (acoustic) sparse arrays; as well as LADAR systems to form images of targets in clutter using time reversal methods and comparisons of the utility of these images to images formed by conventional methods for automatic target cueing, identification, and recognition. White papers whose focus is on automatic target cueing, identification, and recognition are strongly discouraged. (6) New sensor concepts that exploit multipath that are capable of super resolution in the acoustic, sonar, or electromagnetic domains that support automatic target cueing, identification, and recognition. (7) Mathematical analysis and demonstrations of time reversal methods to communication systems focusing on the characterization of the multipath, the maximum available bandwidth that is supported, methods for determining the number of transmitters required to provide spatial localization at the position of the receiver. White papers addressing electromagnetic and acoustic communications are desired. White papers may include any combinations of the above areas. White papers with an emphasis on the development of mathematics and algorithms that enable time reversal methods coupled to simulations or experiments are preferred to white papers that focus on the design of sensors or data collection efforts as well as automatic target cueing, recognition, and identification. We encourage the formation of interdisciplinary teams integrated toward solutions to these challenging problems. It is essential that the preparation of white papers include the following areas: (1) A clear statement of the envisioned utility of the proposed research and development. We are looking for revolutionary applications and goals that could be enabled if the proposed work is completed successfully. While distinct goals for the execution of the proposal are required, the vision presented may extend past the performance period. (2) A concise statement of the research challenges, approach, and potential anticipated solutions to the challenges that will be addressed. This should include explicit timelines for which progress toward the goals can be determined and measured. Intermediate milestones of approximately an 18 month-period with demonstrable metrics of performance must be included for the proposed work. (3) A cost estimation for resources required for the proposed timeline. This should include a clear description of the human resources needed as well as funding. A management plan that describes how the different disciplines represented on the team will be integrated is critical. (4) The white paper should consider phases of development as the challenges are met. The first phase of the program could include theoretical analysis demonstrating the efficacy of obtaining images by exploiting time reversal methods coupled to a demonstration based upon synthetic or real data that includes characterization of the environment. White papers must be received by 1600 EDT March 14, 2003. Please put the phrase TIME REVERSAL METHODS in the title of the white paper. If the authors of white papers choose not to submit electronically, U.S. mail may be used. White papers will not be accepted by way of facsimile transmissions. Authors of white papers will be notified by April 14, 2003, if a full proposal will be requested. Full proposals must be submitted no later than 1600 EDT May 14, 2003. We expect to initiate new proposals expeditiously upon peer review. To facilitate the submission of white papers, a website http://www.sainc.com/dso/ has been set up. For more detailed instructions on submitting white papers, please refer to the instructions for BAA03-02 found at the website http://www.darpa.mil/baa/#dso/. Not withstanding the disposition of white papers, DARPA will accept full proposals for this addendum. PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS: Each proposal should: 1) explicitly address tests, demonstrations, and other research activities planned in the area(s) of interest described above, 2) include at least two specific and quantitative 18-month scientific and/or technical objectives for each scientific/technical area of interest addressed in the proposal that clearly demonstrate the research is on track for meeting the ultimate program goals, 3) include clearly delineated intellectual property arrangements and transition paths, and 4) include identification and assessment of critical scientific and/or technical barriers to the program objective and plausible approaches to develop solutions or overcome their limiting effects. Upon award, specific deliverables and appropriate level demonstrations of the science and/or technology elements will be required periodically, and a final demonstration of the deliverable system is required at the end of the program. Proposed Phase 1 efforts should not exceed 18 months, but consideration should be given to possible continuation of the effort into Phase 2. If multiple awards are made, down-selection may occur annually based on technical progress and achievements. Proposals with cost share should clearly identify the specific tasks to be cost shared in the technical proposal and separately break out the corresponding costs in the cost proposal. The number of awards will be dependent on the suitability of proposals received and availability of funds. Full proposals shall consist of two volumes: technical and cost. The technical and cost volumes shall conform to the guidelines in DARPA (DSO) BAA 03-02 of December 16, 2002. To receive consideration under this addendum PROPOSALS ARE DUE NO LATER THAN 1600 EDT MAY 14, 2003, to the address shown below. Proposals received after that date will be considered under the open BAA but not this addendum. In addition to the required original and 5 copies of the proposal, proposers are required to submit an electronic copy of the proposal on a ZIP disk. EVALUATION OF PROPOSALS: Evaluation of the proposals will be in accordance with BAA03-02. For general administrative questions, please refer to the original CBD announcement, BAA 03-02 of December 16, 2002. GENERAL INFORMATION: In all correspondence, reference BAA03-02, Addendum 3. TECHNICAL POINT OF CONTACT: Dr. Carey Schwartz, DARPA/DSO; Phone: (571) 218-4536; Fax: (571) 218-4553. NOTE: THIS NOTICE WAS NOT POSTED TO FEDBIZOPPS.GOV ON THE DATE INDICATED IN THE NOTICE ITSELF (04-FEB-2003). IT ACTUALLY APPEARED OR REAPPEARED ON THE FEDBIZOPPS SYSTEM ON 30-JAN-2004. PLEASE CONTACT fbo.support@gsa.gov REGARDING THIS ISSUE.
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