August 22, 2008🇺🇸Document
Science
DIA: Original Bid Solicitation for AAWSAP Contract
Defense Intelligence Agency published initial procurement documents seeking private sector partners for advanced aerospace research. The solicitation outlined requirements for investigating breakthrough technologies.
Background
On August 22, 2008, the Defense Intelligence Agency released the original Statement of Work for the Advanced Aerospace Weapon System Applications Program. This document marked the formal beginning of the procurement process, seeking contractors capable of investigating exotic technologies and aerospace capabilities. The solicitation was posted publicly online to attract bids from qualified defense contractors.