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A -- DUEL-FUEL AIRBREATHING HYPERSONIC VEHICLE DESIGN STUDY SOL 1-50-J .1006 DUE 050195 POC Bid Distribution Office,(804)864-2547. The subject effort is a procurement which consists of three phases: Phase 1 is a six-month conceptual design study of a dual-fuel (hydrogen/endothermic hydrocarbon) airbreathing hypersonic vehicle. Phase 2 is a 1-year component design effort focused on the 3 most critical components of the Phase 1 vehicle. Phase 3 (Optional) is a conceptual design study of an X-vehicle which would flight demonstrate the key technologies needed for the Phase 1 vehicle. Proposals should address the total 3-phase program. A low-number NASA contractor report is required as a deliverable at the conclusion of each phase. The objective of this contract will be to establish study vehicle performance potential and technology requirements, define key components in adequate depth to allow government design and fabrication of test articles, and develop an X-vehicle concept which could accomplish flight technology demonstration. It is expected that a cost-reimbursement contractual arrangement will apply. The Government intends to make only one award. The period of performance will be 30 months, inclusive of the Phase 3 option. Anticipated release of the solicitation is planned for March 31, 1995. All responsible sources may submit an offer which shall be considered by the agency. (0062)

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