What types of R&D and manufacturing does the Natick Soldier Center prioritize?

The center prioritizes innovations in human-centric technology, including high-performance textiles, modular load-bearing equipment, specialized rations, and survival gear designed to enhance soldier lethality and protection.

Are there specific set-asides or certifications that benefit vendors at this office?

While open competition is common for complex R&D, the center frequently utilizes Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) programs and set-asides for manufacturers capable of meeting stringent military-grade quality standards for textile and food production.

How can a vendor best align with the Natick Soldier Center's procurement cycle?

Vendors should monitor the DEVCOM Soldier Center's Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs), which outline specific technical requirements for soldier-borne equipment and food science projects that are often in the early stages of development.

DEPT OF THE ARMY · Contracting Office

W1D1 NATICK SOLDIER CENTER

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Acquisition authority and contracting profile of W1D1 NATICK SOLDIER CENTER.

The W1D1 Natick Soldier Center focuses on the research, development, and engineering of advanced soldier systems, including protective clothing, individual equipment, and food technology. Vendors competing here typically provide specialized textile manufacturing, chemical and biological defense materials, human performance research, and field feeding systems.

Hierarchy: DEPT OF THE ARMY · DEPT OF DEFENSE.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

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