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Enhance 5G technology and invest in future “Next G” technologies
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Highly directional mid-band systems for LPI/LPD
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Robust network protocols for multiple security levels
Plans / Process
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Request for Information (RFI): September 2020
Engage the "Beyond 5G" research, development and prototyping community as a Request for Information (RFI) step for discussion of mutual interests and capabilities, as inputs towards a final BAA through a set of 1-Day online workshops by invitation of academic, industry and government personnel.
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Finalize Technical Content: October 2020
Finalize technical content for BAA to NIWC
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BAA Release Target Date: December 2020
1. Initial White Paper submission: Response (turn-around: 30 days)
2. Down select, invite Final Proposals within 45 days
3. Full Proposal Due: end. Feb 2021
4. Review and Final decisions: end Mar. 2021
5. Contracting starts Q3 FY 2021