Guam Defense System (GDS) Battle Manager Industry Day
Key Dates
Due Date
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Posted Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
W6J1 RCCTO REDSTONE
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
W50RAJ_GDSIndustryDay
NAICS
541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Classification Code
AC33
Additional Details
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The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Army and its contracting office W6J1 RCCTO REDSTONE, has issued a Special Notice announcing an Industry Day event for the Guam Defense System (GDS) Battle Manager. This event is scheduled for May 8, 2026, and will be held at the Bob Jones Auditorium, Sparkman Complex, located at 5304 Martin Road, Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, Alabama.
The primary purpose of this Industry Day is to provide prospective contractors with a comprehensive overview of the GDS Battle Manager requirement. The GDS Battle Manager is a pivotal element within the broader Guam Defense System, functioning as a joint Command and Control (C2) layer. Its role is to integrate existing Department of War C2 systems, delivering a unified common operating picture (COP) and common tactical picture (CTP), as well as fire direction capabilities to defend against both ballistic and non-ballistic threats. The event aims to inform industry participants about the strategic and operational needs, high-level requirements, reference architecture, and acquisition contract strategy associated with the GDS Battle Manager.
The Industry Day is targeted at prime contractors, subcontractors, and joint venture offerors possessing the technical expertise, facilities, and personnel necessary to develop and deliver the GDS Battle Manager. Attendance is particularly relevant for those interested in submitting a White Paper in response to future procurement opportunities related to this requirement. However, participation in the Industry Day is not a prerequisite for involvement in subsequent requests for White Papers or other Portfolio Acquisition Executive Fires (PAE Fires) transactions.
The event will run from 0930 to 1230 Central Standard Time (CST), with a structured agenda that includes registration, opening comments, presentations on strategic and operational needs, a high-level requirement overview, reference architecture discussion, and a session on acquisition contract strategy and way forward, followed by a Q&A.
To attend, interested parties must register by providing their name, email address, company name, and CAGE Code via email to Barbara Cantrell ([email protected]) and Andrea Russell ([email protected]) no later than 1700 CST on April 29, 2026. Confirmation and additional logistical details will be provided upon successful registration. Attendees without a Common Access Card (CAC) must pre-register for base access through the provided online portal or obtain a Visitor’s Day Pass at Gate 9, Rideout Road, the main gate to Redstone Arsenal. All attendees must present a CAC, driver’s license, or passport for entry, and should allow ample time for check-in and potential gate traffic delays.
The procurement is classified under NAICS code 541715, which covers Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology), and Product Service Code AC33. The place of performance is within the United States, specifically at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama.
This notice is active and accessible via SAM.gov (Opportunity ID: 3d869ab43b7f4e35b6412099cc6e5d0c). Contractors evaluating this opportunity should note that the Industry Day is informational and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee of future contract awards. All costs associated with attendance are the responsibility of the participant. The event is designed to foster understanding of the GDS Battle Manager requirements and facilitate engagement with the government’s acquisition team, providing valuable context for potential future procurement actions.
For further information or to register, contact Barbara Cantrell or Andrea Russell at the provided email addresses. Additional details, including maps and directions, will be sent upon confirmation of registration.