Federal Contract Opportunities

Army Contracting Command – Red River Army Depot (ACC-RRAD) Organic Industrial Base (OIB) Modernization Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)

Deadline: 9/30/2026

Posted: 10/9/2025

Finding Agile Solutions for Test (FAST) Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)

Finding Innovative Solutions for Test (FAST) Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) This Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) solicitation is issued in accordance with DoD Class Deviation 2018-O0016 “DoD Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.” Federal Agency Name: Air Force Test Center Federal Agencies Capable of Issuing Contracts/Agreements: The FAST CSO is targeted to the Air Force Test Center (AFTC) and other associated partners in test, including the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and the Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center (AFOTEC). However, other organizations seeking innovative solutions to their test needs may issue Calls and subsequent awards/agreements under this CSO. Organizations outside of AFTC, AFRL, and AFOTEC can contact the Contracting Point of Contact (POC) identified within this document. CSO Number: FA9302-21-S-C001 Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Type: This is an open CSO with Calls. Meaning this CSO will be “amended” to issue Calls as objectives requiring innovative solutions are identified by various organizations within the defense test community. These Calls will be issued by organizations, posted on betasam.gov in separate instances, and the Calls will reference the FAST CSO. The FAST CSO will remain open for the issuance of Calls until 30 Sep 22. All contract awards or agreements made against Calls under this CSO must be made on or before 30 Sep 22. The CSO general solicitation method is a pilot program. The intent is to extend FAST should the pilot program be extended or made permanent[1]. Contracts and agreements issued against this CSO are considered “commercial” notwithstanding the definition of Commercial Item in FAR 2.101. This document is not a request for white papers or proposals. Please note, interested parties will not be reimbursed for costs associated with responding to this CSO, to include responses to Calls issued against this CSO. Calls: Calls will include areas of interest (AOI) defined by the organizations issuing the calls. Each call can be designed to meet the needs of the issuing organization. Descriptions of potential Call structures can be found below. Calls will include instructions to interested parties, due dates for white papers/proposal submissions, and selection criteria. Call Structures: One-Step: The one-step process is used to request full technical and cost proposals from each interested party. The proposals are evaluated in accordance with the solicitation criteria and all of a selected proposal, part of a selected proposal, or none of the proposals are selected. Two-Step: The two-step process is sometimes used when a large number of proposals are anticipated. Potential interested parties are invited to submit brief descriptive white papers in lieu of full proposals. The Call must state whether an unfavorable white paper evaluation will bar the interested parties from further consideration. Full proposals are requested from those interested party selected in the white paper evaluation process. When proposals are received, they are evaluated, and selection decisions are made. Open: This approach allows for White Paper and/or proposal submission at any time within a specified period or at any time during the Call’s availability. A Call issued against the FAST CSO will be available for maximum of one year. With this approach, White Papers and/or proposals are evaluated as received. Closed: This approach allows for white paper and/or proposal submittals at a specified date and time as set forth within the Call. Late bid and proposal provisions (IAW FAR 52.215-1(c)(3)) are usually included in the Call. White Paper/Proposal Submission: White Papers and/or proposals must be submitted to the Contracting Point of Contact (POC) identified within each Call. Solicitation Request: White papers or Proposals are not requested at this time. White papers or proposals will be solicited via Calls. Evaluations Factors: The primary evaluation factors for selecting proposals for award shall be technical, importance to agency programs, and funds availability. Price shall be considered to the extent appropriate, but at a minimum, to determine that the price is fair and reasonable. Calls may add to these factors (e.g., past performance). Debriefings: Debriefings will be handled in accordance with FAR 52.212-1(l). The cognizant Contracting Officer for each Call will determine the best method to provide debriefings (i.e., phone call, in-person brief, or written). North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: NAICS codes will be identified within each Call issued against this CSO. Type of Contract/Instrument: The government intends to award FAR Part 12, fixed price type contracts as a result of this solicitation; however, the government also reserves the right to award an Other Transaction for Prototype project pursuant to 10 USC 2371b. The government may also award follow-on production contracts related to Other Transaction for Prototype projects issued under this CSO. The government further reserves the right to award all, part, or none of the proposals received. Estimated Program Cost: There is no cumulative ceiling estimated for this CSO. However, individual awards are not anticipated to exceed $100M. Should an offeror desire to submit a solution in excess of this value, the offeror shall contact both the cognizant FAST CSO Contracting Officer and the Call Contracting Officer for the stated area of interest. Detailed estimated cost or funding profiles may be included in Calls and amendments for Open Periods. Anticipated Number of Awards: It is anticipated that organizations will award multiple awards supporting efforts described within Calls. However, organizations issuing Calls reserve the right to award zero, one, or more contracts/agreements for all, some or none of the solicited effort based on the offeror's ability to perform desired work and funding limitations. Brief Program Summary: The objective of the FAST CSO is to provide a mechanism by which the government can partner with industry. To do so, the government must broaden its horizons – in order to bring innovative solutions required to accelerate the efficiency and effectiveness of our nation’s test mission. Awards and agreements will be issued to industry partners offering “innovative solutions” to the described objectives, desired end states, or capability gaps defined by organizations issuing Calls. To be considered, the solutions offered must meet the definition of an innovative solution. For the purposes of this CSO, innovative means any technology, process, or method including research and development, that is new as of the date of the proposal submission; or any new application of an existing technology, process, or method as of the proposal date. Additionally, this CSO may result in the award of research and development contracts/agreements ranging from basic research through operational systems development. Communication Between Prospective Offerors and Government Representatives: Open communication is encouraged. Questions, suggestions, or feedback related to the FAST CSO can be provided to the FAST CSO POC identified within this document. Calls: Specific communications related to objectives within a Call, will be treated in accordance with instructions provided within that Call. Open communications are encouraged otherwise. Communications with any of the points of contact shall not constitute a commitment by the Government to subsequently fund or award any proposed effort. Additionally, only Contracting Officers and Agreements Officers are legally authorized to commit the Government. Technical POCs: Government technical POCs will be identified within each Call. Contracting POCs: Contracting Officer Marc Venzon marc_anthony.venzon@us.af.mil 661-277-3234 Contract Specialist Carlos A. Barrera carlos.barrera.8@us.af.mil 661-277-8438 CSO Primary PCO Questions, suggestions, or feedback pertaining to the FAST CSO can be sent to the following email: AFTC.PZIEC.FASTCSO@us.af.mil. This email will be monitored by AFTC/PZIEC Contracting Officers. This team will be unable to answer specific questions related to Calls issued against this CSO, and interested parties are to direct questions related to Calls to those POCs identified within the Call. Miscellaneous Information: System for Award Management (SAM) Registration: SAM is the primary Government repository for prospective federal awardee information and the centralized Government system for certain contracting, agreements, grants, and other assistance related processes. By submission of an offer to a Call under this CSO, the offeror acknowledges the requirement that a prospective awardee shall be registered in the SAM database prior to award, during performance, and through final payment of any contract, basic agreement, basic ordering agreement, or blanket purchasing agreement resulting from this solicitation. Contractors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements via the SAM accessed through https://www.acquisition.gov or by calling 866-606-8220. Security: Unless otherwise stated in a Call, interested parties should submit unclassified white papers or proposals. If an interested party deems a classified white paper or proposal is necessary, refer to the Contracting POC listed within the Call. Individual Calls will identify whether a Contract Security Classification Specification (DD 254) is applicable to the Call. If a DD 254 is required, offerors must possess all required personnel security clearance, facility clearance, and other infrastructure requirements necessary to perform any proposed classified work in accordance with the referenced DD 254. Cybersecurity: Offerors should be aware of the provision DFARS 252.204-7019 Notice of NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements and clause DFARS 252.204-7020 NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements. If an offeror is required to implement NIST SP 800-171, the offeror shall have a current assessment (i.e., not more than 3 years old) for each covered contractor information system that is relevant to the offer, contract, task order, delivery order, or agreement. DoD Assessments are described in the NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Methodology located at https://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/pdi/cyber/strategically_assessing_contractor_implementation_of_NIST_SP_800-171.html. [1] See DARS Tracking Number 2018-O0016 Class Deviation – Defense Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program. The class deviation allowing the use of a CSO remains in effect until 30 Sep 2022.

Deadline: 9/30/2026

Posted: 9/30/2025

Commercial Sponsorship Solicitation: MWR Elements of DAF Sports

*This is a solicitation for commercial sponsorship by a Nonappropriated Fund Instrumentality of the United States Government. It does not obligate appropriated funds or nonappropriated funds of the Government.* Introduction to MWR The U.S. Air Force Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) program is a comprehensive support initiative designed to enhance the quality of life for Air Force personnel and their families. The program offers a wide range of services, facilities, and activities aimed at promoting well-being, fitness, and morale among military members. Key elements of the MWR program include recreational activities such as sports leagues, fitness centers, outdoor recreation programs, hobby shops, and arts & crafts centers; family and community support through child development centers, youth programs, and family support services; entertainment and leisure options including movie theaters, libraries, and special events; and travel and hospitality services like lodging, dining facilities, and recreational lodging. Non-federal entities can sponsor various elements of the MWR program to gain access to the military market. Sponsorship provides businesses with a unique opportunity to engage with a dedicated and diverse audience while supporting the well-being of Air Force personnel and their families. Benefits of sponsorship include brand exposure through event signage, marketing materials, and digital media, direct engagement with participants through on-site presence and product demonstrations, community involvement with a positive association to the military, and access to a large and engaged military audience. Sponsorship opportunities include event sponsorship for sports tournaments, holiday celebrations, and family fun days; facility enhancements for fitness centers and recreational facilities; program support for educational workshops and health programs; and marketing and advertising in MWR publications and social media channels. By sponsoring the U.S. Air Force MWR program, non-federal entities can enhance their brand presence, support the military community, and gain valuable access to the military market. DAF Sports Sponsorship The Department of the Air Force (DAF) offers a variety of sports sponsorship opportunities designed to enhance the morale, welfare, and recreation of Air Force personnel and their families. These opportunities allow businesses to support athletic and recreational programs while gaining visibility and access to a dedicated and diverse military audience. Sponsoring DAF sports programs provides unique benefits for both sponsors and participants, fostering community engagement and promoting physical fitness. Sponsorship opportunities include annual sports events such as the Air Force Marathon, basketball tournaments, and soccer leagues, as well as one-off competitions and championships. Fitness and wellness programs also offer sponsorship potential, with opportunities to support fitness centers, health challenges, and wellness workshops. Sponsors benefit from high brand exposure through event branding, marketing materials, digital media, and on-site presence. Opportunities for logo placement, sponsor mentions, and inclusion in promotional campaigns are available, along with direct interaction with participants and attendees, including product demonstrations and sampling. Sponsorship provides access to a large and engaged military audience, including active duty members, families, and veterans, offering insight into the preferences and behaviors of military personnel. Involvement in DAF sports programs also enhances corporate social responsibility (CSR) by demonstrating support for the well-being of Air Force personnel and their families and fostering a positive association with the military community. To become a sponsor, businesses should review the DAF sports calendar found on DAFsports.com to identify events or programs that align with their brand and sponsorship goals. Detailed information on available opportunities can be obtained by contacting the DAF sponsorship office. Sponsors should develop a proposal outlining their goals, desired level of involvement, and proposed contributions, highlighting the benefits to both the DAF sports program and their organization. After submitting the proposal to the sponsorship office, businesses will work with DAF representatives to finalize the details and agree on terms. Implementation involves coordinating with DAF staff to ensure active participation and engagement throughout the sponsorship period. Finally, sponsors should assess the impact of their sponsorship through feedback and performance metrics and consider renewing or expanding their sponsorship based on the results and ongoing opportunities. For more information on sponsorship opportunities or to start the sponsorship process, businesses can contact the Sponsorship Office via email. By sponsoring DAF sports programs, businesses can enhance their brand presence, demonstrate support for the military community, and gain valuable access to the military market.

SolicitationNAICS: 541810.0

Posted: 9/15/2025

Air Force Operational Commercial Solutions Opening

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JB MDL) is conducting a commercial solutions opening (CSO) authorized by Department of Defense Class Deviation 2022-O0007. Under a CSO, the Air Force may competitively award proposals received in response to a general solicitation, similar to a broad agency announcement, to acquire innovative commercial items, technologies, and services, based on a review of proposals by scientific, technological, or other subject-matter expert peers within the Air Force. Under this CSO, all items, technologies, and services shall be treated as commercial items. The Air Force intends to obtain “innovative” solutions or potential new capabilities that fulfill requirements, close capability gaps, or provide potential technology advancements. Solutions may include existing technologies or procedures that are not currently in use by units at various locations that would enhance or streamline their mission capabilities. Based on available funding, this CSO is targeting solutions priced less than $100M. Amendment A00015, dated 29 September 2025 The purpose of this amendment is to: Extend this commercial Solutions opening (CSO) solicitation No. FA4484-20-S-C002 proposals due date from 30 September 2025 to 30 September 2026. Proposal Submission time frame is corrected from: In order for your proposal to be evaluated for a possible contract award, it must be submitted via email to 87CONS.CSO.Team@us.af.mil at any time through 30 September 2025. A hardcopy will not be accepted. No proposal will be accepted after 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 30 September 2025 as the authority to enter into a contract under the CSO program expires at this time. To: In order for your proposal to be evaluated for a possible contract award, it must be submitted via email to 87CONS.CSO.Team@us.af.mil at any time through 30 September 2026. A hardcopy will not be accepted. No proposal will be accepted after 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 30 September 2026 as the authority to enter into a contract under the CSO program expires at this time.

Special NoticeNAICS: 339999.0

Posted: 9/29/2025

SAF/CDM Commercial Solutions Opening

Secretary of the Air Force Concepts Development and Management (SAF/CDM), Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) FA7146-21-S-C001 for Defense-related activities CSO DESCRIPTION / OBJECTIVES. Federal Agency Name. Secretary of the Air Force Concepts Development and Management (SAF/CDM), Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Summary FA7146-21-S-C001 Title: CDM Defense-related activities Type: Closed/Open Two-Step CSO with Calls Open Period: Initiation to 1 September 2026 (for receipt of White Papers) Ordering Period: Initiation to 30 September 2026 Purpose. This CSO is initiated under the Defense Commercial Solutions Offering Pilot Program (DARS Tracking Number: 2018-O0016), as authorized by Section 879 of the NDAA for FY17 (Pub. L. 114-328). CSOs allow for competitive selection of innovative commercial items, technologies, and services if the award results from: •· A CSO that is general in nature identifying areas of mission or technical interest, including criteria for selecting proposals and soliciting the participation of all Contractors capable of satisfying the Government's needs •· A technical evaluation by subject matter/technical experts. A CSO may be used to award a contract or an Other Transaction that meets the definition of innovative as: any technology, process or method, including research and development, that is new as of the date of proposal submission; or any new application of an existing technology, process or method as of the proposal date. The Government may issue Amendments to this CSO during the Open Period to change or correct content, as needed. The Government may also issue Calls during the Open Period requesting targeted White Papers for a specific Objective, Focus Area, and/or capability. CDM seeks innovative commercial solutions or new capabilities that fulfill its requirements, close existing capability gaps, and/or offer technological advancements in meeting the Objectives and Focus Areas detailed in the CSO attachment. Eligibility. This CSO is a full and open acquisition. White Papers will be considered from all interested vendors, including small businesses and non-traditional contractors. Foreign participation is allowed as specified in the attachment. CSO STRUCTURE/EXPECTATIONS. All White Papers/Proposals shall be submitted in accordance with this CSO. White Papers and Proposals must be submitted to Contracting POCs only, as specified in the CSO attachment and within each Amendment or Call. Contractors are advised that the submittal of a White Paper or Proposal is not a promise or guarantee of award. The Government intends to review all White Papers/Proposals and reserves the right to award some, all, part, or none of a Contractor's proposal content. The Contracting POC for this CSO is: Kevin Adams Procuring Contracting Officer kevin.adams.20@us.af.mil (301) 203-4766 The Program Manager POC for this CSO is Ms. Catherine Anderson Program Manager catherine.anderson.5@us.af.mil STEPS. This CSO will follow a Two-Step process prior to any award. First Step - White Paper Submission (see Appendix A of the full text announcement). Contractors may submit White Papers, which will include a Cover Page, Technical/Management section and Rough Order of Magnitude, at any time throughout the Open Period upon initiation of this CSO. Multiple White Papers may be submitted, and all White Papers will be reviewed. While the Government does not intend to pay for White Papers submitted under Step 1, select Calls may provide for funding on a case-by-case basis. White Papers submitted in response to a Call will be accepted and evaluated as detailed within the individual Call. The Government will review submitted White Papers and each White Paper in accordance with Appendix A of the attachment. Second Step – Proposal (see Appendix B of the full text announcement). White Papers may result in an invitation to submit full Technical/Management and Price proposals. The request from the PCO will detail all the terms and conditions for the action, to include proposal submission instructions, as well as proposal due date and time. An request from the PCO is required to submit a proposal. A Contractor submitting a proposal without first submitting a White Paper will not be considered or eligible for award. A Contactor may only submit one proposal in response to a request. The Period of Performance for individual awards will be addressed in each request. Award. The Air Force anticipates making multiple awards under the Federal Acquisition Regulations or via Other Transaction Agreement authority as a result of this CSO. A proposal must meet the evaluation criteria specified in the ItP and the needs of the Government. Therefore, the Air Force reserves the right to award no contracts or any number of contracts for all, part, or none of the proposal(s) submitted by Offerors based on the Offeror's ability to perform desired work and funding availability.

SolicitationNAICS: 541990.0

Posted: 9/5/2025

Neutron Strategic Technology Advanced Research (Neutron-STAR) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA)

Amendment 4 - 09/25/2025: The above amendement changes/updates the following item: 1. Attach updated Neutron Star Industry guide dated 25 Sept 2025, due to issues with Microsoft permissions. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Amendment 3 - 09/09/2025: The above amendement changes/updates the following item: 1. Updates the QR code in the Trifold Brochure ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Amendment 2 - 09/03/2025: The above amendment changes/updates the following items: Extend date offers due Attach updated Neutron Star Industry User Guide v3 dated 10 Jun 2025 with specific instructions pertaining to ROM cost estimates, and White Paper Delivery Instructions. Address Announcement Questions to the Neutron STAR Org Mailbox (afrl.rvkb.afrlneutronstardms@us.af.mil) attention of the Neutron-STAR Team. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Amendment 1 - 8/15/2024 The above amendment changes/updates the following items: Extend date offers due Attach updated Neutron Star Industry User Guide v2 dated 14Aug24 with specific instruction pertaining to Topic 5 submissions Address Announcement Questions to the Neutron STAR Org Mailbox (afrl.rvkb.afrlneutronstardms@us.af.mil) attention of: from Primary: Ms. Ashley Patterson, AFRL/RVKB to Mr. Ever Orozco-Perea, AFRL/RVKB Alternate: Mr. Isaac Thorp, AFRL/RVKB and Ms. Regina Alflen, AFRL/RVKB ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NAICS Code: The NAICS Code for this acquisition is 541715 for Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Federal Agency Name: Air Force Research Laboratory ARA Title: Neutron Strategic Technology Advanced Research (Neutron STAR) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) ARA Type: This is an Open ARA; initial announcement SUBMISSION DATES ARE INDEFIINITE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE PROGRAM SUMMARY: This is an Open ARA announcement pursuant to the authority of 10 U.S.C. §4023 Procurement for Experimental Purposes. AFRL is interested in receiving white papers regarding nuclear-related research and development, including, but not limited to modeling and simulation of re-entry environments, materials characterization, nuclear explosion monitoring, and design, fabrication and experimentation of nuclear delivery. Dialogue between prospective Offerors and Government representatives is strongly encouraged. This solicitation intends to use the acquisition authority provided by 10 U.S.C. §4023. This authority applies to the acquisition of items related to “…ordnance, signal, chemical activity, transportation, energy, medical, spaceflight, and aeronautical supplies, including parts and accessories, and designs thereof, that are necessary for experimental or test purposes in the development of the best supplies that are needed for the national defense.” Consequently, white papers and proposals should address how the proposed effort provides benefits to the national defense relative to the parameters of this authority, and a strategy for verifying those intended benefits. *Please see the attached Neutron Star Industry User Guide for guidance on definitions, processes, submission requirements and evaluation criteria.* BACKGROUND: AFRL’s Geo Space Division (RVBN) positions AFRL to steward, develop, and deliver leading technologies to the warfighter and the nuclear enterprise to ensure the National defense. Thus, proposed solutions should be innovative and substantially improve national defense capabilities across the domains of national nuclear deterrence operations. While the Government describes discrete topic areas below, it also anticipates that certain comprehensive technology solutions and prototypes may require multidiscipline approaches that address two or more topic areas. The topic areas covered under this announcement may be used in any combination. The Government reserves the right to add, delete or modify the topic areas as necessary. Industry-Government Communication: Dialogue between prospective Offerors and Government representatives is strongly encouraged throughout the life of this ARA. However, communication shall be limited to the Contracting/Agreement Officer once full proposals are submitted for evaluation/review. Discussions should focus on understanding Government objectives and requirements, feasibility of prospective offeror approach, and prospective offeror prior similar efforts. Discussions shall not constitute a commitment by the Government to subsequently fund or award any proposed effort. No guidance related to technical approach will be given. Offerors are advised that only Contracting or Agreement Officers are legally authorized to contractually bind or otherwise commit the Government. ANNOUNCEMENT DETAILS: This is a HYBRID ANNOUNCEMENT. This announcement includes an open request for white papers as described below. Additionally, individual solicitations for white papers (Two-Step solicitation) and/or proposals (One-Step solicitation) related to discrete requirements may be issued. AFRL reserves the right to collapse a white paper (Two-Step solicitation) into a One-Step if the situation warrants and the white paper contains sufficient technical detail to do full technical proposal evaluation instead of white paper evaluation. Open Announcement Request: AFRL/RVBN is soliciting white papers on the research effort described in the below topic areas pursuant to the authority of 10 U.S.C. §4023, Procurement for Experimental Purposes. White papers submitted pursuant to the open announcement request follow the two-step procedures described below. White papers submitted under the open announcement request may be retained for 12 months. Open Announcement Submission: Unclassified White papers must be submitted to the Neutron Star Org Box at afrl.rvkb.afrlneutronstardms@us.af.mil. DO NOT DELIVER any classified portion of the white paper to this address. If it is determined that a classified white paper is required, please contact the Neutron STAR Org Mailbox for specific delivery instructions. Additional instructions for white paper submissions can be found in the Neutron STAR Industry User Guide attached to this announcement. Individual Solicitation Request: Individual Solicitations, except for Limited Solicitations, for white papers and proposals will be issued under this announcement via the Government Point of Entry (GPE) at https://sam.gov. Notification of Individual Solicitations may be announced on other platforms (i.e. www.grants.gov) and will direct Offerors to the GPE for full solicitation details. Individual Solicitation Submissions: Submission requirements for Individual Solicitations will be specified in the solicitation details of each Individual Solicitation. Individual Solicitation Variations: Variations of the ARA Individual Solicitation process are available for use. The following types are commonly used but are not considered all inclusive. One-Step: The one-step process is used to request full technical and cost proposals from each Offeror. The proposals are reviewed in accordance with the solicitation criteria and typically all, part, or none of a proposal may be selected for award. Two-Step: The two-step process is used to request white papers and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) costs. The Individual Solicitation must state whether an unfavorable white paper review will bar the Offeror from further consideration. The Government may retain unselected white papers for a specific period, which will be identified in the individual solicitation. White papers submitted under the open announcement request may be retained for 12 months. Full proposals are requested from those Offerors selected in the white paper review process. After proposals are received, they are processed and reviewed in accordance with the One-Step process. Limited Individual Solicitations: This approach allows for solicitation to a limited group of potential offerors. Request for Proposals (RFP) or Requests for white papers will be issued directly to potential offerors without a requirement to publish to the GPE. The Government may issue solicitations that combine one or more of the above approaches. Announcement Modifications: Due to the dynamically evolving nature of US nuclear deterrent mission and warfighter needs, this announcement is subject to updates, revisions, or additional topic areas. Therefore, Offerors are highly encouraged to continually monitor https://sam.gov to ensure they receive the latest guidance for this announcement. The Government shall provide updates to this announcement no less than annually. Updates may include changes to topic areas, submission requirements, administrative changes, evaluation criteria, solicitation methods, etc. (not an inclusive list). Type of Contract/Instrument: The Government reserves the right to award the instrument best suited to the nature of the research proposed. Accordingly, the Government may award any appropriate contract, agreement or assistance instrument type under the authorities below: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 10 U.S.C. §4021 "Other Transaction for Research” 10 U.S.C. §4022 "Other Transaction for Prototype" 10 U.S.C. §4023 "Procurement for Experimental Purposes" 15 U.S.C §3710a – Cooperative Research and Developments Agreements 15 U.S.C §3715 – Partnership Intermediaries 32 C.F.R. §22.215 – Grants and Cooperative Agreements The Government anticipates that a mix of contract/ instrument types will be used throughout the life of this announcement. Generally, awards under this announcement or any Individual Solicitations may be Cost-Plus-Fixed Fee (Completion and Term), Cost Reimbursement, Firm Fixed Price, Cost Sharing, and Incentive. NOTE: If a Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) type contract is recommended as the award type authority, then the FAR clauses will be referenced at the Individual Solicitation level or within the Request for Proposal. The FAR and FAR supplement provisions and clauses will be incorporated by reference. The full text of these provisions and clauses can be found at https://www.acquisition.gov. If an assistance instrument (grants or cooperative agreements) is recommended as the award type, then articles and guidance found under DoDGARS, 200 CFR, OMB/DoD Policy shall be used and followed as appropriate. If an Other Transaction (OT) is recommended as the award type, then the FAR references and clauses will not apply. The terms and conditions of an OT agreement shall be developed and negotiated on a case-by-case basis. Estimated Program Cost: The overarching announcement has an unrestricted ceiling. However, Individual Solicitations may elect to provide an estimated program value or funding profile for planning purposes. Anticipated Number of Awards: The Air Force anticipates awarding multiple awards for this announcement. However, the Air Force reserves the right to award zero, one, or more grants, agreements, other transactions, or contracts for all, some or none of the solicited effort based on the Offeror’s ability to perform desired work and funding availability. There is no limit on the number of awards that may be made to an individual Offeror. Award Schedule: The anticipated period of performance will be determined through dialogue between prospective Offerors and Government representatives for each topic area and specified in each individual award. Individual Solicitations may elect to provide a desired technical execution schedule for planning purposes. Deliverables: Hardware and software deliverables will be specified within a separately priced contract/award line items and data deliverables will be specified on individual Contract Data Requirements List(s) (CDRLs) in any resultant contract or an OT article. Within Scope Award Modifications: Offerors are advised that due to the inherent uncertainty of research and development efforts, awards resulting from this announcement may be modified during performance to make within scope changes, to include but not limited to, modifications which increase overall contract/award ceiling amount. System for Award Management (SAM) Registration: Before the Government can issue an award, an Offeror must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). If an Offeror was previously registered in Central Contractor Registration (CCR), the information has been transferred to SAM. However, it is in the Offeror’s interest to visit SAM and ensure that all their data is up to date from SAM and other databases to avoid delay in award. SAM replaced CCR, Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA), and the Excluded Parties List System (EPLS). SAM allows firms interested in conducting business with the federal government to provide basic information on business capabilities and financial information. To register, visit https://www.sam.gov. Science & Technology (S&T) Program Protection: Offerors that are submitting PROPOSAL RESPONSES ONLY (Not required for submission of white papers) shall submit as a part of the proposal submission 1.) a completed Standard Form (SF) 424, Research and Related Senior/Key Person Profile (Expanded) Form for all Senior/Key Personnel proposed; and 2.) A Completed Security Program Questionnaire. Offerors may be asked to provide a mitigation plan for any identified S&T Protection risks. The Government reserves the right to determine if an offer is unawardable on the grounds of unacceptable S&T Protection risk based on its review of the SF 424 and Security Program Questionnaire. By submitting a proposal, the offeror certifies that it is in compliance with Section 223(a) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 which requires that: (a) the Principal Investigator (PI) and other key personnel certify that the current and pending support provided on the proposal is current, accurate and complete; (b) agree to update such disclosure at the request of the agency prior to the award of support and at any subsequent time the agency determines appropriate during the term of the award; (c) the PI and other key personnel have been made aware of the requirements under Section 223(a)(1) of this Act; and (d) certification includes the following statement: “I am aware that any false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or claims may subject me to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties. (U.S. code, Title 218, Section 1001)”. Announcement Period: The overarching announcement has no end date and is in effect until further closed or rescinded. Open Announcement Points of Contact: Address Technical Questions to the Neutron STAR Org Mailbox (afrl.rvkb.afrlneutronstardms@us.af.mil) attention of: Primary: Maj Montgomery, AFRL/RVBN Alternate: Harper Baird, AFRL/RVBN Address Announcement Questions to the Neutron STAR Org Mailbox (afrl.rvkb.afrlneutronstardms@us.af.mil) attention of: Primary: Ms. Ashley Patterson, AFRL/RVKB Alternate: Mr. Isaac Thorp, AFRL/RVKB NOTE: Individual Solicitation Points of Contact will be specified within the solicitation. Topic Areas and Topic Descriptions Note: ALL topics are controlled by security access requirements. 1. Nuclear System Development Develop foundational capabilities, requirements, strategies, and identify candidate technologies for enhanced nuclear surety. 2. Nuclear Systems Integration Integration nuclear and non-nuclear components of future U.S. nuclear experiment units for development and delivery to various U.S. integration and test organizations. 3. Nuclear System Flight Experimentation and Evaluation Development and delivery of nuclear systems to various U.S. test organizations. 4. Nuclear Explosion Monitoring Improve capabilities to detect, locate, discriminate and characterize the depths, yields and other emplacement conditions of nuclear explosions. 5. Nuclear Command, Control, and Communication Enable uninterrupted delivery of strategic and critical conventional data within contested and nuclear environments, via innovative new technologies and architectures. Support contractors: The AFRL Space Vehicles (RV) Directorate have contracted for various business and staff support services from the following companies. Aero Thermo Technology, 620 Discovery Drive Building I, Suite 110, Huntsville, Alabama 35806 Fury Solutions LLC, 1617 Ashmont CT, Xenia, OH 45385-7060 Apogee Engineering LLC, 8610 Explorer Drive Suite 305, Colorado Springs, CO 80920-1036 AFRL Space Vehicles (RV) Directorate require these contractors to obtain administrative access to proprietary information submitted by other contractors. Administrative access is defined as "handling or having physical control over information for the sole purpose of accomplishing the administrative functions specified in the administrative support contract, which do not require technical professionals assigned to accomplish the specified administrative tasks." These contractors have signed general non-disclosure agreements and organizational conflict of interest statements. The required administrative access will be granted to non-technical professionals. Examples of the administrative tasks performed include: a) Assembling and organizing information for R&D case files; b) Accessing library files for use by Government personnel; c) Handling and administration of proposals, contracts, contract funding and queries; and d) administering the tool that will be used for conducting white paper and proposal evaluations. These various business and staff support service contractors are prohibited from responding to this announcement. Offerors shall either complete paragraph (*) below or provide written objection to administrative access. Any objection to administrative access: a) Shall be provided in writing to the contracting officer within 10 days of RFP (or PRDA, BAA, etc., as appropriate) issuance; and b) Shall include a detailed statement of the basis for the objection. *I consent to administrative access, as defined above, by RD and RV business and staff support services contractors to any proprietary information submitted under this solicitation or delivered under any resulting contract.

Posted: 9/25/2025

Neutron Strategic Technology Advanced Research (Neutron-STAR) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA)

Amendment 2 - 09/03/2025: The above amendment changes/updates the following items: Extend date offers due Attach updated Neutron Star Industry User Guide v3 dated 10 Jun 2025 with specific instructions pertaining to ROM cost estimates, and White Paper Delivery Instructions. Address Announcement Questions to the Neutron STAR Org Mailbox (afrl.rvkb.afrlneutronstardms@us.af.mil) attention of the Neutron-STAR Team. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Amendment 1 - 8/15/2024 The above amendment changes/updates the following items: Extend date offers due Attach updated Neutron Star Industry User Guide v2 dated 14Aug24 with specific instruction pertaining to Topic 5 submissions Address Announcement Questions to the Neutron STAR Org Mailbox (afrl.rvkb.afrlneutronstardms@us.af.mil) attention of: from Primary: Ms. Ashley Patterson, AFRL/RVKB to Mr. Ever Orozco-Perea, AFRL/RVKB Alternate: Mr. Isaac Thorp, AFRL/RVKB and Ms. Regina Alflen, AFRL/RVKB ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NAICS Code: The NAICS Code for this acquisition is 541715 for Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Federal Agency Name: Air Force Research Laboratory ARA Title: Neutron Strategic Technology Advanced Research (Neutron STAR) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) ARA Type: This is an Open ARA; initial announcement SUBMISSION DATES ARE INDEFIINITE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE PROGRAM SUMMARY: This is an Open ARA announcement pursuant to the authority of 10 U.S.C. §4023 Procurement for Experimental Purposes. AFRL is interested in receiving white papers regarding nuclear-related research and development, including, but not limited to modeling and simulation of re-entry environments, materials characterization, nuclear explosion monitoring, and design, fabrication and experimentation of nuclear delivery. Dialogue between prospective Offerors and Government representatives is strongly encouraged. This solicitation intends to use the acquisition authority provided by 10 U.S.C. §4023. This authority applies to the acquisition of items related to “…ordnance, signal, chemical activity, transportation, energy, medical, spaceflight, and aeronautical supplies, including parts and accessories, and designs thereof, that are necessary for experimental or test purposes in the development of the best supplies that are needed for the national defense.” Consequently, white papers and proposals should address how the proposed effort provides benefits to the national defense relative to the parameters of this authority, and a strategy for verifying those intended benefits. *Please see the attached Neutron Star Industry User Guide for guidance on definitions, processes, submission requirements and evaluation criteria.* BACKGROUND: AFRL’s Geo Space Division (RVBN) positions AFRL to steward, develop, and deliver leading technologies to the warfighter and the nuclear enterprise to ensure the National defense. Thus, proposed solutions should be innovative and substantially improve national defense capabilities across the domains of national nuclear deterrence operations. While the Government describes discrete topic areas below, it also anticipates that certain comprehensive technology solutions and prototypes may require multidiscipline approaches that address two or more topic areas. The topic areas covered under this announcement may be used in any combination. The Government reserves the right to add, delete or modify the topic areas as necessary. Industry-Government Communication: Dialogue between prospective Offerors and Government representatives is strongly encouraged throughout the life of this ARA. However, communication shall be limited to the Contracting/Agreement Officer once full proposals are submitted for evaluation/review. Discussions should focus on understanding Government objectives and requirements, feasibility of prospective offeror approach, and prospective offeror prior similar efforts. Discussions shall not constitute a commitment by the Government to subsequently fund or award any proposed effort. No guidance related to technical approach will be given. Offerors are advised that only Contracting or Agreement Officers are legally authorized to contractually bind or otherwise commit the Government. ANNOUNCEMENT DETAILS: This is a HYBRID ANNOUNCEMENT. This announcement includes an open request for white papers as described below. Additionally, individual solicitations for white papers (Two-Step solicitation) and/or proposals (One-Step solicitation) related to discrete requirements may be issued. AFRL reserves the right to collapse a white paper (Two-Step solicitation) into a One-Step if the situation warrants and the white paper contains sufficient technical detail to do full technical proposal evaluation instead of white paper evaluation. Open Announcement Request: AFRL/RVBN is soliciting white papers on the research effort described in the below topic areas pursuant to the authority of 10 U.S.C. §4023, Procurement for Experimental Purposes. White papers submitted pursuant to the open announcement request follow the two-step procedures described below. White papers submitted under the open announcement request may be retained for 12 months. Open Announcement Submission: Unclassified White papers must be submitted to the Neutron Star Org Box at afrl.rvkb.afrlneutronstardms@us.af.mil. DO NOT DELIVER any classified portion of the white paper to this address. If it is determined that a classified white paper is required, please contact the Neutron STAR Org Mailbox for specific delivery instructions. Additional instructions for white paper submissions can be found in the Neutron STAR Industry User Guide attached to this announcement. Individual Solicitation Request: Individual Solicitations, except for Limited Solicitations, for white papers and proposals will be issued under this announcement via the Government Point of Entry (GPE) at https://sam.gov. Notification of Individual Solicitations may be announced on other platforms (i.e. www.grants.gov) and will direct Offerors to the GPE for full solicitation details. Individual Solicitation Submissions: Submission requirements for Individual Solicitations will be specified in the solicitation details of each Individual Solicitation. Individual Solicitation Variations: Variations of the ARA Individual Solicitation process are available for use. The following types are commonly used but are not considered all inclusive. One-Step: The one-step process is used to request full technical and cost proposals from each Offeror. The proposals are reviewed in accordance with the solicitation criteria and typically all, part, or none of a proposal may be selected for award. Two-Step: The two-step process is used to request white papers and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) costs. The Individual Solicitation must state whether an unfavorable white paper review will bar the Offeror from further consideration. The Government may retain unselected white papers for a specific period, which will be identified in the individual solicitation. White papers submitted under the open announcement request may be retained for 12 months. Full proposals are requested from those Offerors selected in the white paper review process. After proposals are received, they are processed and reviewed in accordance with the One-Step process. Limited Individual Solicitations: This approach allows for solicitation to a limited group of potential offerors. Request for Proposals (RFP) or Requests for white papers will be issued directly to potential offerors without a requirement to publish to the GPE. The Government may issue solicitations that combine one or more of the above approaches. Announcement Modifications: Due to the dynamically evolving nature of US nuclear deterrent mission and warfighter needs, this announcement is subject to updates, revisions, or additional topic areas. Therefore, Offerors are highly encouraged to continually monitor https://sam.gov to ensure they receive the latest guidance for this announcement. The Government shall provide updates to this announcement no less than annually. Updates may include changes to topic areas, submission requirements, administrative changes, evaluation criteria, solicitation methods, etc. (not an inclusive list). Type of Contract/Instrument: The Government reserves the right to award the instrument best suited to the nature of the research proposed. Accordingly, the Government may award any appropriate contract, agreement or assistance instrument type under the authorities below: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 10 U.S.C. §4021 "Other Transaction for Research” 10 U.S.C. §4022 "Other Transaction for Prototype" 10 U.S.C. §4023 "Procurement for Experimental Purposes" 15 U.S.C §3710a – Cooperative Research and Developments Agreements 15 U.S.C §3715 – Partnership Intermediaries 32 C.F.R. §22.215 – Grants and Cooperative Agreements The Government anticipates that a mix of contract/ instrument types will be used throughout the life of this announcement. Generally, awards under this announcement or any Individual Solicitations may be Cost-Plus-Fixed Fee (Completion and Term), Cost Reimbursement, Firm Fixed Price, Cost Sharing, and Incentive. NOTE: If a Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) type contract is recommended as the award type authority, then the FAR clauses will be referenced at the Individual Solicitation level or within the Request for Proposal. The FAR and FAR supplement provisions and clauses will be incorporated by reference. The full text of these provisions and clauses can be found at https://www.acquisition.gov. If an assistance instrument (grants or cooperative agreements) is recommended as the award type, then articles and guidance found under DoDGARS, 200 CFR, OMB/DoD Policy shall be used and followed as appropriate. If an Other Transaction (OT) is recommended as the award type, then the FAR references and clauses will not apply. The terms and conditions of an OT agreement shall be developed and negotiated on a case-by-case basis. Estimated Program Cost: The overarching announcement has an unrestricted ceiling. However, Individual Solicitations may elect to provide an estimated program value or funding profile for planning purposes. Anticipated Number of Awards: The Air Force anticipates awarding multiple awards for this announcement. However, the Air Force reserves the right to award zero, one, or more grants, agreements, other transactions, or contracts for all, some or none of the solicited effort based on the Offeror’s ability to perform desired work and funding availability. There is no limit on the number of awards that may be made to an individual Offeror. Award Schedule: The anticipated period of performance will be determined through dialogue between prospective Offerors and Government representatives for each topic area and specified in each individual award. Individual Solicitations may elect to provide a desired technical execution schedule for planning purposes. Deliverables: Hardware and software deliverables will be specified within a separately priced contract/award line items and data deliverables will be specified on individual Contract Data Requirements List(s) (CDRLs) in any resultant contract or an OT article. Within Scope Award Modifications: Offerors are advised that due to the inherent uncertainty of research and development efforts, awards resulting from this announcement may be modified during performance to make within scope changes, to include but not limited to, modifications which increase overall contract/award ceiling amount. System for Award Management (SAM) Registration: Before the Government can issue an award, an Offeror must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). If an Offeror was previously registered in Central Contractor Registration (CCR), the information has been transferred to SAM. However, it is in the Offeror’s interest to visit SAM and ensure that all their data is up to date from SAM and other databases to avoid delay in award. SAM replaced CCR, Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA), and the Excluded Parties List System (EPLS). SAM allows firms interested in conducting business with the federal government to provide basic information on business capabilities and financial information. To register, visit https://www.sam.gov. Science & Technology (S&T) Program Protection: Offerors that are submitting PROPOSAL RESPONSES ONLY (Not required for submission of white papers) shall submit as a part of the proposal submission 1.) a completed Standard Form (SF) 424, Research and Related Senior/Key Person Profile (Expanded) Form for all Senior/Key Personnel proposed; and 2.) A Completed Security Program Questionnaire. Offerors may be asked to provide a mitigation plan for any identified S&T Protection risks. The Government reserves the right to determine if an offer is unawardable on the grounds of unacceptable S&T Protection risk based on its review of the SF 424 and Security Program Questionnaire. By submitting a proposal, the offeror certifies that it is in compliance with Section 223(a) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 which requires that: (a) the Principal Investigator (PI) and other key personnel certify that the current and pending support provided on the proposal is current, accurate and complete; (b) agree to update such disclosure at the request of the agency prior to the award of support and at any subsequent time the agency determines appropriate during the term of the award; (c) the PI and other key personnel have been made aware of the requirements under Section 223(a)(1) of this Act; and (d) certification includes the following statement: “I am aware that any false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or claims may subject me to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties. (U.S. code, Title 218, Section 1001)”. Announcement Period: The overarching announcement has no end date and is in effect until further closed or rescinded. Open Announcement Points of Contact: Address Technical Questions to the Neutron STAR Org Mailbox (afrl.rvkb.afrlneutronstardms@us.af.mil) attention of: Primary: Maj Montgomery, AFRL/RVBN Alternate: Harper Baird, AFRL/RVBN Address Announcement Questions to the Neutron STAR Org Mailbox (afrl.rvkb.afrlneutronstardms@us.af.mil) attention of: Primary: Ms. Ashley Patterson, AFRL/RVKB Alternate: Mr. Isaac Thorp, AFRL/RVKB NOTE: Individual Solicitation Points of Contact will be specified within the solicitation. Topic Areas and Topic Descriptions Note: ALL topics are controlled by security access requirements. 1. Nuclear System Development Develop foundational capabilities, requirements, strategies, and identify candidate technologies for enhanced nuclear surety. 2. Nuclear Systems Integration Integration nuclear and non-nuclear components of future U.S. nuclear experiment units for development and delivery to various U.S. integration and test organizations. 3. Nuclear System Flight Experimentation and Evaluation Development and delivery of nuclear systems to various U.S. test organizations. 4. Nuclear Explosion Monitoring Improve capabilities to detect, locate, discriminate and characterize the depths, yields and other emplacement conditions of nuclear explosions. 5. Nuclear Command, Control, and Communication Enable uninterrupted delivery of strategic and critical conventional data within contested and nuclear environments, via innovative new technologies and architectures. Support contractors: The AFRL Space Vehicles (RV) Directorate have contracted for various business and staff support services from the following companies. Aero Thermo Technology, 620 Discovery Drive Building I, Suite 110, Huntsville, Alabama 35806 Fury Solutions LLC, 1617 Ashmont CT, Xenia, OH 45385-7060 Apogee Engineering LLC, 8610 Explorer Drive Suite 305, Colorado Springs, CO 80920-1036 AFRL Space Vehicles (RV) Directorate require these contractors to obtain administrative access to proprietary information submitted by other contractors. Administrative access is defined as "handling or having physical control over information for the sole purpose of accomplishing the administrative functions specified in the administrative support contract, which do not require technical professionals assigned to accomplish the specified administrative tasks." These contractors have signed general non-disclosure agreements and organizational conflict of interest statements. The required administrative access will be granted to non-technical professionals. Examples of the administrative tasks performed include: a) Assembling and organizing information for R&D case files; b) Accessing library files for use by Government personnel; c) Handling and administration of proposals, contracts, contract funding and queries; and d) administering the tool that will be used for conducting white paper and proposal evaluations. These various business and staff support service contractors are prohibited from responding to this announcement. Offerors shall either complete paragraph (*) below or provide written objection to administrative access. Any objection to administrative access: a) Shall be provided in writing to the contracting officer within 10 days of RFP (or PRDA, BAA, etc., as appropriate) issuance; and b) Shall include a detailed statement of the basis for the objection. *I consent to administrative access, as defined above, by RD and RV business and staff support services contractors to any proprietary information submitted under this solicitation or delivered under any resulting contract.

Posted: 9/4/2025

Neutron Strategic Technology Advanced Research (Neutron-STAR) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA)

Amendment 3 - 09/09/2025: The above amendemnt changes/updates the following item: 1. Updates the QR code in the Trifold Brochure ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Amendment 2 - 09/03/2025: The above amendment changes/updates the following items: Extend date offers due Attach updated Neutron Star Industry User Guide v3 dated 10 Jun 2025 with specific instructions pertaining to ROM cost estimates, and White Paper Delivery Instructions. Address Announcement Questions to the Neutron STAR Org Mailbox (afrl.rvkb.afrlneutronstardms@us.af.mil) attention of the Neutron-STAR Team. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Amendment 1 - 8/15/2024 The above amendment changes/updates the following items: Extend date offers due Attach updated Neutron Star Industry User Guide v2 dated 14Aug24 with specific instruction pertaining to Topic 5 submissions Address Announcement Questions to the Neutron STAR Org Mailbox (afrl.rvkb.afrlneutronstardms@us.af.mil) attention of: from Primary: Ms. Ashley Patterson, AFRL/RVKB to Mr. Ever Orozco-Perea, AFRL/RVKB Alternate: Mr. Isaac Thorp, AFRL/RVKB and Ms. Regina Alflen, AFRL/RVKB ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NAICS Code: The NAICS Code for this acquisition is 541715 for Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Federal Agency Name: Air Force Research Laboratory ARA Title: Neutron Strategic Technology Advanced Research (Neutron STAR) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) ARA Type: This is an Open ARA; initial announcement SUBMISSION DATES ARE INDEFIINITE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE PROGRAM SUMMARY: This is an Open ARA announcement pursuant to the authority of 10 U.S.C. §4023 Procurement for Experimental Purposes. AFRL is interested in receiving white papers regarding nuclear-related research and development, including, but not limited to modeling and simulation of re-entry environments, materials characterization, nuclear explosion monitoring, and design, fabrication and experimentation of nuclear delivery. Dialogue between prospective Offerors and Government representatives is strongly encouraged. This solicitation intends to use the acquisition authority provided by 10 U.S.C. §4023. This authority applies to the acquisition of items related to “…ordnance, signal, chemical activity, transportation, energy, medical, spaceflight, and aeronautical supplies, including parts and accessories, and designs thereof, that are necessary for experimental or test purposes in the development of the best supplies that are needed for the national defense.” Consequently, white papers and proposals should address how the proposed effort provides benefits to the national defense relative to the parameters of this authority, and a strategy for verifying those intended benefits. *Please see the attached Neutron Star Industry User Guide for guidance on definitions, processes, submission requirements and evaluation criteria.* BACKGROUND: AFRL’s Geo Space Division (RVBN) positions AFRL to steward, develop, and deliver leading technologies to the warfighter and the nuclear enterprise to ensure the National defense. Thus, proposed solutions should be innovative and substantially improve national defense capabilities across the domains of national nuclear deterrence operations. While the Government describes discrete topic areas below, it also anticipates that certain comprehensive technology solutions and prototypes may require multidiscipline approaches that address two or more topic areas. The topic areas covered under this announcement may be used in any combination. The Government reserves the right to add, delete or modify the topic areas as necessary. Industry-Government Communication: Dialogue between prospective Offerors and Government representatives is strongly encouraged throughout the life of this ARA. However, communication shall be limited to the Contracting/Agreement Officer once full proposals are submitted for evaluation/review. Discussions should focus on understanding Government objectives and requirements, feasibility of prospective offeror approach, and prospective offeror prior similar efforts. Discussions shall not constitute a commitment by the Government to subsequently fund or award any proposed effort. No guidance related to technical approach will be given. Offerors are advised that only Contracting or Agreement Officers are legally authorized to contractually bind or otherwise commit the Government. ANNOUNCEMENT DETAILS: This is a HYBRID ANNOUNCEMENT. This announcement includes an open request for white papers as described below. Additionally, individual solicitations for white papers (Two-Step solicitation) and/or proposals (One-Step solicitation) related to discrete requirements may be issued. AFRL reserves the right to collapse a white paper (Two-Step solicitation) into a One-Step if the situation warrants and the white paper contains sufficient technical detail to do full technical proposal evaluation instead of white paper evaluation. Open Announcement Request: AFRL/RVBN is soliciting white papers on the research effort described in the below topic areas pursuant to the authority of 10 U.S.C. §4023, Procurement for Experimental Purposes. White papers submitted pursuant to the open announcement request follow the two-step procedures described below. White papers submitted under the open announcement request may be retained for 12 months. Open Announcement Submission: Unclassified White papers must be submitted to the Neutron Star Org Box at afrl.rvkb.afrlneutronstardms@us.af.mil. DO NOT DELIVER any classified portion of the white paper to this address. If it is determined that a classified white paper is required, please contact the Neutron STAR Org Mailbox for specific delivery instructions. Additional instructions for white paper submissions can be found in the Neutron STAR Industry User Guide attached to this announcement. Individual Solicitation Request: Individual Solicitations, except for Limited Solicitations, for white papers and proposals will be issued under this announcement via the Government Point of Entry (GPE) at https://sam.gov. Notification of Individual Solicitations may be announced on other platforms (i.e. www.grants.gov) and will direct Offerors to the GPE for full solicitation details. Individual Solicitation Submissions: Submission requirements for Individual Solicitations will be specified in the solicitation details of each Individual Solicitation. Individual Solicitation Variations: Variations of the ARA Individual Solicitation process are available for use. The following types are commonly used but are not considered all inclusive. One-Step: The one-step process is used to request full technical and cost proposals from each Offeror. The proposals are reviewed in accordance with the solicitation criteria and typically all, part, or none of a proposal may be selected for award. Two-Step: The two-step process is used to request white papers and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) costs. The Individual Solicitation must state whether an unfavorable white paper review will bar the Offeror from further consideration. The Government may retain unselected white papers for a specific period, which will be identified in the individual solicitation. White papers submitted under the open announcement request may be retained for 12 months. Full proposals are requested from those Offerors selected in the white paper review process. After proposals are received, they are processed and reviewed in accordance with the One-Step process. Limited Individual Solicitations: This approach allows for solicitation to a limited group of potential offerors. Request for Proposals (RFP) or Requests for white papers will be issued directly to potential offerors without a requirement to publish to the GPE. The Government may issue solicitations that combine one or more of the above approaches. Announcement Modifications: Due to the dynamically evolving nature of US nuclear deterrent mission and warfighter needs, this announcement is subject to updates, revisions, or additional topic areas. Therefore, Offerors are highly encouraged to continually monitor https://sam.gov to ensure they receive the latest guidance for this announcement. The Government shall provide updates to this announcement no less than annually. Updates may include changes to topic areas, submission requirements, administrative changes, evaluation criteria, solicitation methods, etc. (not an inclusive list). Type of Contract/Instrument: The Government reserves the right to award the instrument best suited to the nature of the research proposed. Accordingly, the Government may award any appropriate contract, agreement or assistance instrument type under the authorities below: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 10 U.S.C. §4021 "Other Transaction for Research” 10 U.S.C. §4022 "Other Transaction for Prototype" 10 U.S.C. §4023 "Procurement for Experimental Purposes" 15 U.S.C §3710a – Cooperative Research and Developments Agreements 15 U.S.C §3715 – Partnership Intermediaries 32 C.F.R. §22.215 – Grants and Cooperative Agreements The Government anticipates that a mix of contract/ instrument types will be used throughout the life of this announcement. Generally, awards under this announcement or any Individual Solicitations may be Cost-Plus-Fixed Fee (Completion and Term), Cost Reimbursement, Firm Fixed Price, Cost Sharing, and Incentive. NOTE: If a Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) type contract is recommended as the award type authority, then the FAR clauses will be referenced at the Individual Solicitation level or within the Request for Proposal. The FAR and FAR supplement provisions and clauses will be incorporated by reference. The full text of these provisions and clauses can be found at https://www.acquisition.gov. If an assistance instrument (grants or cooperative agreements) is recommended as the award type, then articles and guidance found under DoDGARS, 200 CFR, OMB/DoD Policy shall be used and followed as appropriate. If an Other Transaction (OT) is recommended as the award type, then the FAR references and clauses will not apply. The terms and conditions of an OT agreement shall be developed and negotiated on a case-by-case basis. Estimated Program Cost: The overarching announcement has an unrestricted ceiling. However, Individual Solicitations may elect to provide an estimated program value or funding profile for planning purposes. Anticipated Number of Awards: The Air Force anticipates awarding multiple awards for this announcement. However, the Air Force reserves the right to award zero, one, or more grants, agreements, other transactions, or contracts for all, some or none of the solicited effort based on the Offeror’s ability to perform desired work and funding availability. There is no limit on the number of awards that may be made to an individual Offeror. Award Schedule: The anticipated period of performance will be determined through dialogue between prospective Offerors and Government representatives for each topic area and specified in each individual award. Individual Solicitations may elect to provide a desired technical execution schedule for planning purposes. Deliverables: Hardware and software deliverables will be specified within a separately priced contract/award line items and data deliverables will be specified on individual Contract Data Requirements List(s) (CDRLs) in any resultant contract or an OT article. Within Scope Award Modifications: Offerors are advised that due to the inherent uncertainty of research and development efforts, awards resulting from this announcement may be modified during performance to make within scope changes, to include but not limited to, modifications which increase overall contract/award ceiling amount. System for Award Management (SAM) Registration: Before the Government can issue an award, an Offeror must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). If an Offeror was previously registered in Central Contractor Registration (CCR), the information has been transferred to SAM. However, it is in the Offeror’s interest to visit SAM and ensure that all their data is up to date from SAM and other databases to avoid delay in award. SAM replaced CCR, Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA), and the Excluded Parties List System (EPLS). SAM allows firms interested in conducting business with the federal government to provide basic information on business capabilities and financial information. To register, visit https://www.sam.gov. Science & Technology (S&T) Program Protection: Offerors that are submitting PROPOSAL RESPONSES ONLY (Not required for submission of white papers) shall submit as a part of the proposal submission 1.) a completed Standard Form (SF) 424, Research and Related Senior/Key Person Profile (Expanded) Form for all Senior/Key Personnel proposed; and 2.) A Completed Security Program Questionnaire. Offerors may be asked to provide a mitigation plan for any identified S&T Protection risks. The Government reserves the right to determine if an offer is unawardable on the grounds of unacceptable S&T Protection risk based on its review of the SF 424 and Security Program Questionnaire. By submitting a proposal, the offeror certifies that it is in compliance with Section 223(a) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 which requires that: (a) the Principal Investigator (PI) and other key personnel certify that the current and pending support provided on the proposal is current, accurate and complete; (b) agree to update such disclosure at the request of the agency prior to the award of support and at any subsequent time the agency determines appropriate during the term of the award; (c) the PI and other key personnel have been made aware of the requirements under Section 223(a)(1) of this Act; and (d) certification includes the following statement: “I am aware that any false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or claims may subject me to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties. (U.S. code, Title 218, Section 1001)”. Announcement Period: The overarching announcement has no end date and is in effect until further closed or rescinded. Open Announcement Points of Contact: Address Technical Questions to the Neutron STAR Org Mailbox (afrl.rvkb.afrlneutronstardms@us.af.mil) attention of: Primary: Maj Montgomery, AFRL/RVBN Alternate: Harper Baird, AFRL/RVBN Address Announcement Questions to the Neutron STAR Org Mailbox (afrl.rvkb.afrlneutronstardms@us.af.mil) attention of: Primary: Ms. Ashley Patterson, AFRL/RVKB Alternate: Mr. Isaac Thorp, AFRL/RVKB NOTE: Individual Solicitation Points of Contact will be specified within the solicitation. Topic Areas and Topic Descriptions Note: ALL topics are controlled by security access requirements. 1. Nuclear System Development Develop foundational capabilities, requirements, strategies, and identify candidate technologies for enhanced nuclear surety. 2. Nuclear Systems Integration Integration nuclear and non-nuclear components of future U.S. nuclear experiment units for development and delivery to various U.S. integration and test organizations. 3. Nuclear System Flight Experimentation and Evaluation Development and delivery of nuclear systems to various U.S. test organizations. 4. Nuclear Explosion Monitoring Improve capabilities to detect, locate, discriminate and characterize the depths, yields and other emplacement conditions of nuclear explosions. 5. Nuclear Command, Control, and Communication Enable uninterrupted delivery of strategic and critical conventional data within contested and nuclear environments, via innovative new technologies and architectures. Support contractors: The AFRL Space Vehicles (RV) Directorate have contracted for various business and staff support services from the following companies. Aero Thermo Technology, 620 Discovery Drive Building I, Suite 110, Huntsville, Alabama 35806 Fury Solutions LLC, 1617 Ashmont CT, Xenia, OH 45385-7060 Apogee Engineering LLC, 8610 Explorer Drive Suite 305, Colorado Springs, CO 80920-1036 AFRL Space Vehicles (RV) Directorate require these contractors to obtain administrative access to proprietary information submitted by other contractors. Administrative access is defined as "handling or having physical control over information for the sole purpose of accomplishing the administrative functions specified in the administrative support contract, which do not require technical professionals assigned to accomplish the specified administrative tasks." These contractors have signed general non-disclosure agreements and organizational conflict of interest statements. The required administrative access will be granted to non-technical professionals. Examples of the administrative tasks performed include: a) Assembling and organizing information for R&D case files; b) Accessing library files for use by Government personnel; c) Handling and administration of proposals, contracts, contract funding and queries; and d) administering the tool that will be used for conducting white paper and proposal evaluations. These various business and staff support service contractors are prohibited from responding to this announcement. Offerors shall either complete paragraph (*) below or provide written objection to administrative access. Any objection to administrative access: a) Shall be provided in writing to the contracting officer within 10 days of RFP (or PRDA, BAA, etc., as appropriate) issuance; and b) Shall include a detailed statement of the basis for the objection. *I consent to administrative access, as defined above, by RD and RV business and staff support services contractors to any proprietary information submitted under this solicitation or delivered under any resulting contract.

Posted: 9/9/2025

Industry Collaboration for the Kidney Precision Medicine Project (KPMP)

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) of the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) seeks Industry collaborators in NIH-sponsored multi-center clinical and molecular studies in people with Diabetic Kidney Disease, Hypertension-related Chronic Kidney Disease, or Acute Kidney Injury.National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) of the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) seeks Industry collaborators in NIH-sponsored multi-center clinical and molecular studies in people with Diabetic Kidney Disease, Hypertension-related Chronic Kidney Disease, or Acute Kidney Injury.

Special NoticeNAICS: 541715.0

Posted: 10/1/2021

J065--646 | SEA 25064 | Nanosonics New Full Service Contract | PGH

NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD SOLE SOURCE: IAW FAR 5.101 this notice is to advise the public that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Regional Procurement Office East (RPOE), Network Contracting Office 4 (NCO 4) intends to award a sole source firm fixed price contract to Nanosonics Inc, for a base year with four (4) options years.

Special NoticeNAICS: 811210.0

Posted: 9/23/2025

FD2030-26-00248

NSN: 2840-01-480-4614PR NOUN: LINER, COMBUSTION CH TOP DRAWING: 1465M95G11 EDL REVISION & DATE: 10 / 01 OCT 2025 MDC CODE: AAL IM NAME: FALCONER, MICHAEL S.

FD2030-24-02756-02

NSN: 1560-01-225-1800EK NOUN: LEADING EDGE, AIRCRA TOP DRAWING: L2102002-001 EDL REVISION & DATE: 4 / 18 SEP 2025 MDC CODE: ZQC IM NAME: BROWN, PERRY L.

FD2030-24-02764-02

NSN: 1560-01-502-4597EK NOUN: TIP, AIRCRAFT TOP DRAWING: L2100204-021 EDL REVISION & DATE: 6 / 01 OCT 2025 MDC CODE: ZQC IM NAME: BROWN, PERRY L.

FD2030-24-02763-02

NSN: 1560-01-166-1135EK NOUN: TRAILING EDGE, AIRCR TOP DRAWING: L2100164-021 EDL REVISION & DATE: 9 / 30 SEP 2025 MDC CODE: ZQC IM NAME: BROWN, PERRY L.

FD2030-24-02762-02

NSN: 1560-01-548-5077EK NOUN: TRAILING EDGE, AIRCR TOP DRAWING: L2100164-022 EDL REVISION & DATE: 7 / 22 SEP 2025 MDC CODE: ZQC IM NAME: BROWN, PERRY L.

16 - FMS REPAIR - BLADE, ROTARY WING

This is a sole source requirement for the repair of the following: Nomenclature: BLADE, ROTARY WING NSN: 7RE 1615 011589679 VH Part Number: 70150-29100-041 FMS Case: AT-P-GXO Critical Safety Item (CSI) RMC: 3C Qty: 12 NAVUP WSS Philadelphia intends to award this requirement on a sole source basis under an already established BOA. The Government physically does not have in its possession sufficient, accurate, or legible data to contract with other than the current source. One or more of the items under this acquisition is subject to Free Trade Agreements. (FAR 52.225-3). One or more of the items under this acquisition is subject to the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement and Free Trade Agreements. (FAR 52.225-5) These items require Government Source Approval prior to award. The time required for approval of a new source is normally such that an award cannot be delayed pending approval of a new source. If you are not an approved source, you must submit, together with your proposal, the information detailed in the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Brochure, which can be obtained on the internet at https://www.navsup.navy.mil/Business-Opportunities/Home/ Offers received which fail to provide all data required by the source approval brochure will not be considered for award under this solicitation. For information or questions regarding this notice, please contact Mrs. Dana Scott at the email address: dana.l.scott14.civ@us.navy.mil

SolicitationNAICS: 336413.0

Posted: 9/26/2025

FD2030-24-02758-02

NSN: 1560-01-274-9594EK NOUN: PANEL, STRUCTURAL, AI TOP DRAWING: L2104776-001 EDL REVISION & DATE: 8 / 02 OCT 2025 MDC CODE: ZQC IM NAME: BROWN, PERRY L.

Deadline: 10/2/2026

Posted: 10/2/2025

Special NoticeNAICS: 541715.0

Broad Other Transaction Authority Announcement (BOTAA) for Military Engineering and Engineered Resilient Systems

The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) engages in research that addresses some of the world’s toughest challenges in Military Engineering (ME) and Engineered Resilient Systems (ERS). As a result, ERDC is requesting prototype concept white papers in response to this Broad Other Transaction Authority Announcement (BOTAA). This announcement is continuously open; white papers may be submitted and will be evaluated for the general requirements of this BOTAA at any time throughout the year. The availability of funds may limit the ability of the U.S. Government to make awards in specific areas, nevertheless white papers are sought under this BOTAA. This BOTAA is considered a compettive process. White papers will be evaluated against the criteria in this announcement without regard to other submissions under this announcement. Please visit ERDCWERX for more information and how to submit a white paper. https://www.erdcwerx.org/broad-other-transaction-authority-announcement/

Deadline: 10/2/2026

Posted: 10/2/2024

Department of Defense Cyber Awareness Challenge Training

The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) is seeking sources for Department of Defense (DoD) Cyber Awareness Challenge Training. Please see attached Performance Work Statement for more information.

Deadline: 10/3/2026

Posted: 9/19/2025

RFINAICS: 611430.0

FD2020-22-00016

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Deadline: 10/5/2026

Posted: 10/6/2021

Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS: 311513.0

CHEESE, PROCESSED for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)-Commodity Procurement Program (CPP) issues a solicitation for procurement of the products listed in the attached solicitation for domestic food assistance programs. Deliveries are to various locations in the United States on an FOB destination basis (see solicitation). The solicitation may include various small business set-asides pursuant to the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 631, et seq.). This may include partial or total small business set-asides, service-disabled veteran-owned (SDVO) set-asides, quantities reserved for 8(a) and AbilityOne firms, and price evaluation preferences for qualified HUBZone small businesses. The solicitation is expected to be available on or after today and will be available electronically through USDA Web Based Supply Chain Management (WBSCM) located at https://portal.wbscm.usda.gov/publicprocurement and through a link to the aforementioned website in the documents attached to the solicitation notice on Contract Opportunities website. A hard copy of the solicitation will not be available for the acquisition. All future information regarding this acquisition, including solicitation amendments and award notices, will be published through WBSCM and Contract Opportunities website (https://sam.gov). Interested parties shall be responsible for ensuring that they have the most up-to-date information about this acquisition. The anticipated date of receipt for offers is listed above under “General Information.” The contract type will be firm-fixed-price. Pursuant to Agricultural Acquisition Regulation (AGAR), 470-103(b), commodities and the products of agricultural commodities acquired under this contract must be a product of the United States and shall be considered to be such a product if it is grown, processed, and otherwise prepared for sale or distribution exclusively in the United States. Packaging and container components under this acquisition will be the only portion subject to the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement (WTO) (GPA), and Free Trade Agreements (FTA), as addressed by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), clause 52.225-5. Complete details of the commodity and packaging requirements are available through the attached documents. AMS’s solicitation (when published) will specify the pack, sizes, quantities, and required delivery schedules. To be eligible to submit offers, potential contractors must meet the AMS vendor qualification requirements established in accordance with FAR Subpart 9.2. For information about becoming a qualified bidder, please reach out to newvendor@usda.gov . Details of these requirements and contact information are available online at: http://www.ams.usda.gov/selling-food. Once qualification requirements have been met, access to WBSCM will be provided. Bids, modifications, withdrawals of bids, and price adjustments shall be submitted using this system. Submission of the above by any means other than WBSCM will be determined nonresponsive. The attached solicitation should be read in conjunction with contract terms and conditions contained in the Master Solicitation for Commodity Procurements – Domestic Programs (MSCP-D) available on the AMS website at https://www.ams.usda.gov/selling-food/solicitations. Commodity specifications documents are referenced in the solicitation and can be accessed online at https://www.ams.usda.gov/selling-food/product-specs.

Deadline: 10/6/2026

Posted: 9/19/2025

Multiple Award Schedule

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS: 541990.0

Posted: 10/8/2021

Multiple Award Schedule

Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS: 541990.0

Posted: 10/8/2021

FD2030-26-00263

NSN: 1680-01-010-5545RK NOUN: RECEPTACLE ASSEMBLY TOP DRAWING: 5-40674-22 EDL REVISION & DATE: 7 / 07 OCT 2025 MDC CODE: EMJ IM NAME: MOSELEY, MICK M.

FD2030-26-00207

NSN: 2840-01-445-5777NZ NOUN: DUCT, COMPRESSOR, AIR TOP DRAWING: 4082848 EDL REVISION & DATE: 8 / 15 DEC 2022 MDC CODE: W9D IM NAME: HAWKINS, KYM R.

ACTUATOR, ELECTRO-ME

See attached document.

Deadline: 10/9/2026

RFINAICS: 336413.0

Laundry Chemical Supplies and Maintenance

Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 8, is conducting market research to determine potential qualified sources capable of providing Brand Name or Equal Laundry Chemicals and Maintenance for the C.W. Bill Young VAMC, 10,000 Bay Pines Blvd, Bay Pines, FL 33744. This is anticipated to be a firm-fixed price (FFP) Base plus 4 option periods. Period of performance is from 10/27/2025 – 10/26/2030.

Deadline: 10/10/2026

PresolicitationNAICS: 237310.0

RFINAICS: 325611.0

FSR 535/536 Recondition & Resurfacing - Coconino NF

This project will consist of reconditioning and resurfacing approximately 4.00 miles on FSR 535 and the removal and replacement of 6 culverts on FSR 535 and FSR 536. Optional work items A and B include reconditioning and resurfacing of approximately 1.41 additional miles on FSR 535. Reconditioning work will consist of redefining ditch lines, shoulders, the roadbed and roadway, and the aggregate surface of the road. For crushed aggregate surfacing the project will utilize a government material source located at Big Draw Pit which is accessed from FSR 231B, approximately 9 miles from the junction of FSR 535 and AZ-89A. Bedding Material and Structural Backfill for culvert installations shall be obtained from commercial sources. Removed culverts shall be hauled off government lands and disposed of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations, per FP-14 Section 203.05.

Deadline: 10/11/2026

Posted: 9/26/2025

FD2020-22-00020

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Deadline: 10/12/2026

Posted: 10/13/2021

Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS: 335312.0

61--MOTOR,DIRECT CURREN

Proposed procurement for NSN 6105012461658 MOTOR,DIRECT CURREN: Line 0001 Qty 30 UI EA Deliver To: DLA DISTRIBUTION DEPOT HILL By: 0378 DAYS ADO Approved source is 91816 C2350-0017. The solicitation is an RFQ and will be available at the link provided in this notice. Hard copies of this solicitation are not available. Specifications, plans, or drawings are not available. All responsible sources may submit a quote which, if timely received, shall be considered. Quotes may be submitted electronically.

Deadline: 10/12/2026

Posted: 10/30/2025

2025 Army Geospatial Center (AGC) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)

The Army Geospatial Center (AGC), is soliciting proposals in accordance with FAR 35.016 relating to the advancement of the state-of-the-art and increasing knowledge or understanding in any of the geospatial research topic areas identified in this solicitation. This announcement is open for 365 days from the original posting date. Any white papers or proposals received during that time shall only be considered for award of a contract, not for any other transaction, grant, or cooperative agreement.

Deadline: 10/13/2026

Posted: 10/14/2025

QBI Topic Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V)

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is issuing a Quantum Benchmarking Initiative topic (QBIT) inviting submissions of innovative infrastructure, equipment, and expertise available to provide independent verification and validation (IV&V) support for DARPA’s Quantum Benchmarking Initiative (QBI), described in the QBI 2026 Program Announcement (PA), DARPA-PA-26-02. All proposals in response to the technical area(s) described herein will be submitted to DARPA-PA-26-02-01 and, if selected, will result in an award of an Other Transaction (OT) for Research project. To view the original DARPA Program Announcement for QBI 2026, visit SAM.gov under solicitation number DARPA-PA-26-02: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/c26b38bf041a4d70b00ed619bebb4773/view

Posted: 11/17/2025

Q999--621I-R4, RFP-797-FSS-00-0115-R4 Solicitation and Amendment # 1

VA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) Schedule 621 I Solicitation RFP-797-FSS-00-0115-R4 (for Professional and Allied Healthcare Staffing Services). FSS Professional & Allied Healthcare Staffing Service contracts are awarded for physicians, audiologists, EMT paramedics, dental related services, respiratory therapy, physical/recreational therapy, perfusionist, occupational therapy, licensed practical/vocational nurse, medical/nurse assistant, cytotechnologist, kinesiotherapist, orthotist/prosthetist, ophthalmic services, genetic counselor, clinical laboratory science services, counseling related services, dietitian/nutritionist, surgical technologist, radiologic technology services, certified pharmacy technician, certified registered nurse anesthetist, nurse practitioner, dosimetrist, general clinical technologist, chiropractor, certified/licensed midwife, electroneurdiagnostic technologist, and physicist.

Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS: 561320.0

Posted: 10/26/2021

Enterprise Occupation Structure and Standards Development Support Services

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE FOR: Enterprise Occupation Structure and Standards Development Support to Intelligence and Security ((OUSD(I&S)) Human Capital Management Office (HCMO). Washington Headquarters Services / Acquisition Directorate (WHS/AD) is issuing this Sources Sought Notice (SSN) on behalf of the Intelligence and Security ((OUSD(I&S)), specifically for the Human Capital Management Office (HCMO). This is NOT a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. This SSN is for market research purposes ONLY and shall not be construed as a Request for Proposal (RFP)/Request for Quote (RFQ) or as an obligation on the part of the requestor to acquire any products or services. The goal of this market research is to assess the availability, interest, and capability of potential firms to provide services as described and outlined in the attached Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS). Please see attachments for further details.

Posted: 9/30/2025

RFINAICS: 541612.0

Janes Customer Portal

NUWCDIVNPT intends to purchase Janes Customer Portal Subscriptions as detailed in the attached combined solicitation/synopsis. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals; however, any firm believing it can fulfill this requirement may submit a written response which shall be considered by the agency. The written response shall reference solicitation number N66604-26-Q-0014 and provide a capability statement that clearly indicates the firm’s experience, assets, background, and ability to perform the required work without compromising the quality, accuracy, reliability, and schedule.

Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS: 519290.0

Posted: 10/10/2025

FD2030-26-00324

NSN: 2840-01-200-5345PR NOUN: FRAME, TURBINE, AIRCR TOP DRAWING: 9343M79G02 EDL REVISION & DATE: 18 / 21 JAN 2025 MDC CODE: AAM IM NAME: JACKSON, SHERRY A.

Deadline: 10/16/2026

Posted: 10/16/2025

PTAG Sources Sought: USPTO is Seeking a comprehensive nationwide furniture contractor/ distributor with interior design services.

This Sources Sought (request for information) Notice (RFI) is strictly for market research ONLY. It is for informational and planning purposes and shall NOT be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation or commitment by the Government at this time. PTAG The Government intends to utilize the Alternative Competition Method in accordance with the Patent and Trademark Office Acquisition Guidelines (PTAG) and the Patent and Trademark Office Efficiency Act 35 U.S.C. 2(b)(4)(A). This Sources sought notice is intended as preliminary market information gathering which the USPTO will use to determine which Small Business contractor(s) is/are the most likely to successfully meet the agency’s needs and are thereby eligible to participate in an alternative competition. As a result of this market research, the solicitation will only be issued to those qualified small business contractor(s) that are deemed most likely to successfully meet the agency’s requirement as stated below. Purpose of this Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) The purpose of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) Request for Information (RFI) is to educate USPTO about the capabilities and offerings of commercial sources to offer comprehensive furniture procurement, installation, and related services. The RFI includes providing USPTO management with an understanding of these companies’ experience and the range of services provided. It also allows USPTO management to conduct thorough market research, identify suitable providers, and make informed decisions. Description of Services and Background The overall objective is to procure, deliver, and install high-quality commercial office furniture that meets USPTO’s operational and ergonomic requirements. The vendor will provide additional services such as space planning, interior design consultation, and relocation services while ensuring compliance with government regulations. The USPTO requires a professional contractor in the furniture industry that offers high quality, timely and competent support. Interested contractors must understand both the importance of their role to the daily operations of the USPTO workforce and the need for convenient service schedules and economically-sound operating practices. After reviewing the requirements below, the contractor may submit any alternative creative solutions for consideration. Once established, the contract requires the contractor to take the initiative to support the USPTO’s furniture and related service needs. USPTO requires the contractor to engage in an active partnership with USPTO to bring about the desired results. This is not meant to be purely transactional support. Description of Facilities Area and Location in the Buildings: The work will be performed at the USPTO Campus located at 600 Dulany Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 USA. The campus consists of the Madison East and West buildings, the atrium between them, the Knox building and the Jefferson building. In addition, these services will support USPTO operations at its regional offices (Dallas, San Jose, and Detroit) as well as any future Regional or Community Outreach Offices that may be established. Scope of Work (abbreviated) The contractor will be responsible to ensure full execution of the terms of the contract between USPTO and the contractor. The following documents will constitute the full contractual agreement between USPTO and the contractor: Contractor’s response to a Request for Quote (RFQ) that is accepted by USPTO and upon which a contract is awarded to the contractor. The RFQ used by USPTO will include the work statement and USPTO expectations related to the award of the contract; and, Any amendments and documents issued by the Contracting Officer to the contractor. The primary work to be completed under this effort includes: Furniture Procurement: Provide a range of office furniture options from various major commercial manufacturers to meet USPTO requirements. Vendors MUST be able to provide furniture from the following manufacturers: Allsteel, Gunlocke, HON, Knoll, Davis, Krug, ERG, Indiana Furniture, Buzz Seating, SitOnIt Seating, Via Seating, KI Furniture Solutions, MTContract, Humanscale SurfaceWorks. Your submittal should include either confirmation that you can provide all these brands and if not, a list of those brands you are able to be a certified distributor for. Interior Design Services: Offer design consultation, including furniture selection, space planning, and aesthetic recommendations. Conduct site visits, if required, to evaluate spaces and develop customized solutions. Present detailed layout options for USPTO review and approval. Installation and Relocation Services: Install office furniture, including cubicle workstations, as per USPTO specifications. Assemble, configure, and arrange furniture in alignment with approved layouts. Provide relocation services for existing furniture as needed, ensuring minimal disruption to operations. Offer scalable project management support for large-scale installations or when requested. Compliance and Standards: Ensure provided furniture and services adhere to government regulations, including USPTO-specific guidelines and federal standards. Follow security protocols when working in secured government facilities. Drawings and Space Planning: Provide detailed furniture layout drawings and test fits, and ensure drawings are submitted for approval before proceeding with installations. Delivery and Installation Timeframe: Complete furniture installations within 30 calendar days of order receipt unless otherwise approved. Anticipated Effective Date: We expect to award a FAR 13 BPA and USPTO expects service will begin on or about December 1st, 2025 and will consist of a base year plus 4 option years. The maximum period of performance is not to exceed four option years to be exercised at the Government's discretion subject to Federal Acquisition Regulations provisions and the availability of funds. HOW TO RESPOND TO THIS SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE Note: The Government will not utilize formal evaluation criteria for market research associated with PTAG 6.1.1. The Government will review these sources sought responses to help determine which (if any) firms are most likely to successfully meet the agency’s requirements. In your email response please include in the subject: ACQ-26-0127-USPTO Furniture DEADLINE: Responses are due no later than Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM ET They are to be submitted via email to Roy.Pitman@uspto.gov and Christopher.ward@uspto.gov. Late responses may be considered at the government’s discretion. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE Responses should include: a capability statement (including other supporting info showing the ability to meet this requirement as requested below), the name of your firm, Whether or not your firm is a Small Business and the Socio-Economic sub-category(ies) of your firm (if applicable) complete address, email and phone of the primary contact. Your SAM.gov UEI number (if available). Your firms GSA schedule contract number (if applicable) Note: you must be registered in the SAM.gov database prior to any award of a contract or agreement. In response to this source sought notice, please provide the following: confirmation that you can provide all the furniture manufacturer brands listed above in the SOW and if not, a list of those brands you are able to be a certified distributor for Past performance listing some of your past clients (preferably other government agencies) that you have done comparable work for. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Respondents are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI. This PTAG 6.1.1 Sources Sought Notice is strictly for market research ONLY. It is for informational and planning purposes and shall NOT be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation or commitment by the Government at this time.

Deadline: 10/16/2026

RFINAICS: 337214.0

Catholic Priest Services, Seymour Johnson AFB

This is a Sources Sought announcement to request information only. This is not a solicitation. The 4th Contracting Squadron is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of providing Catholic Priest services in support of the Religious Support Program, Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, Goldsboro, North Carolina. This notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals, offers, bids, and/or quotes. This is not an announcement of a forthcoming solicitation or confirmation/commitment that the Government will contract for the services. The determination to conduct a competitive procurement based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Contracting Officer. Responses to this notice will assist the Government in identifying potential sources in determining if a set aside of the solicitation is appropriate and whether this approach to securing contracting support is practicable. Respondents are advised that the Government will not pay for any information or administrative cost incurred in response to this RFI. Responses to the RFI will not be returned. Please note that the solicitation number used for this source sought may be different from the one in the actual solicitation, if a solicitation materializes. Interested vendors shall provide the following information: Business name, DUNS/UEI, CAGE code, small business status and certifications. Point of contact name, phone number, and email address. Relevant experience, qualifications, availability, and geographic reach Responses to this Sources Sought notice shall be e-mailed to Angela.Gibson.4@us.af.mil.

Deadline: 10/16/2026

Posted: 9/10/2025

RFINAICS: 813110.0

FD2020-22-00017

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Posted: 10/18/2021

FD2020-22-00022

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Posted: 10/18/2021

FD2020-21-01152

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Posted: 10/18/2021

USS BLUE RIDGE 5C1 DSRA TYCOM 7 (YOKOSUKA, JAPAN)

Pursuant to FAR 5.202(a)(12), this is a non-mandatory synopsis. This solicitation is intended only for sources duly authorized to operate and do business in Japan as prescribed by DFARS 252.225-7042. NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Yokosuka (NAVSUP FLCY) has a new requirement in support of the USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19). The repair and maintenance package of work items are included as Task Group Instruction (TGI) as ATTACHMENT (I). PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 21 Jul 2026 through 20 Jun 2028 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) Naval Base OFFER: Offerors must provide all information required by this solicitation no later than 17 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM Japan Standard Time (JST). Access to the work specification package listed in Section J as ATTACHMENT (I) may only be accessed through DoD SAFE. DoD SAFE is a secure U.S. Government repository which enables the sharing of large files and requires outside users to receive a drop-off request from the U.S. Government. Therefore, any offeror intending to provide a proposal to this solicitation shall request access by sending an email to: risa.sakurai.ln@us.navy.mil, ai.gillard.ln@us.navy.mil, and gil.lopez3.civ@us.navy.mil by 10 Oct 2025 10:00 am JST. Once the U.S. Government receives the offeror’s access request, the U.S. Government will provide the offeror with a link and instructions to retrieve ATTACHMENT (I). Offerors shall note that access is only available for 14 days once sent.

SolicitationNAICS: 336611.0

Posted: 9/24/2025

USS BLUE RIDGE 5C1 DSRA TYCOM 7 (YOKOSUKA, JAPAN)

SolicitationNAICS: 336611.0

Posted: 9/17/2025

USSOCOM RFI TE 26-1 TE: Multi-Domain Joint SOF Operations (MDO)

**************See Attachments******************************************

Special NoticeNAICS: 541715.0

Posted: 9/17/2025

Fixed Base Weather Observation System (FBWOS) Program AN/FMQ-23 Production

See the attached doc titled: 2025 FMQ-23 Request for Information (RFI) for more infromation. If you required any documentation referenced in the RFI, reach out to Capt Christopher Thier Christopher.thier@us.af.mil Kathryn Mackessy kathryn.mackessy@us.af.mil Brett Maguire brett.maguire@us.af.mil

Posted: 10/2/2025

RFINAICS: 334519.0

FD2020-22-00022

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Posted: 3/15/2022

FD2020-22-00019

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Deadline: 10/19/2026

Posted: 10/20/2021

Special NoticeNAICS: None

FD2020-22-50003

CARTRIDGE, IMPULSE 1377-010528206ES 1377-016495552ES same data as 8206 (107 images) 1377-010528208ES 1377-016522801ES same data as 8208 (111 images) 1377-010530537ES 1377-013193847ES same data as 0537 (100 images)

Deadline: 10/21/2026

Posted: 10/21/2021

FD2030-26-00171

NSN: 2840-01-619-8983NZ NOUN: VANE SEGMENT, COMPRE TOP DRAWING: 4089078-02 EDL REVISION & DATE: 3 / 15 FEB 2022 MDC CODE: W9N IM NAME: BRAND, JAMES W.

Deadline: 10/21/2026

Posted: 10/21/2025