Notice ID: 4a96085521704b348b006a14bdd9bb0bSolicitation
Space Data Network (SDN) Mission Operations Center Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)
Archived on June 2, 2026. Original response deadline: . Full description on SAM.gov.
Description
6 MAY 2026 UPDATE: Amendment 1 to the CSO Posted
The Government desires a MOC design and implementation approach that will seamlessly integrate the entire SDN-B architecture with modularity for future expansion: commercial proliferated low Earth orbit (pLEO) providers, government/commercial transport, ground elements, and Space Exchange Points (SEPs). The SDN-B MOC will be the centralized hub that “brokers” user services, mission plans, and resources. It will deliver enterprise-wide situational awareness and a common operational picture of all SDN ground and space assets.
The MOC requires a hybrid deployment, utilizing both an on-premises and cloud-based hardware and software to provision, orchestrate, control, and manage the network transport services. It will serve as the primary interface for processing user service requests and ensures end-to-end service performance by monitoring the health, status, and performance of all SDN network elements. The MOC will operate as a Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated (GOCO) facility, designed with a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) to ensure future adaptability and integration.
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Overview
Agency:
Department of WarDepartment of the Air Force
Office:FA8819 SPECIAL PROGRAMS DIR SMC SP
Posted:May 6, 2026
NAICS:541715: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Last Updated:Aug 21, 2026
PSC:1555: SPACE VEHICLES
Set-Aside:Not specified
Type:Solicitation
Place of Performance:El Segundo, California, 90245
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Space Data Network (SDN) Mission Operations Center Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)
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============================================== AMENDMENT 0001 - NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF TECHNICAL Q&AS (DISTRIBUTION C) ============================================== The purpose of this update is to notify interested parties that official Government Responses to Industry Questions has been finalized. Because these Q&As address technical details of the Call, they have been marked as Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) under Distribution Statement C (Distribution authorized to U.S. Government agencies and their contractors). INSTRUCTIONS FOR ACCESS: 1. Previously Vetted Contractors (Already Approved for Attachment 1): Please request access to "Attachment 2 - Call Q&A (Distribution C)" via the SAM.gov "Attachments" portal. CRITICAL REQUIREMENT: You MUST enter your company's CAGE Code in the "Reason for Request" text box on SAM.gov. Access will be cross-referenced against the Government's approved registration log and granted immediately upon validation. Requests submitted without a CAGE Code will be rejected. 2. New Requestors: If you have not yet been vetted, you must request access to both Attachment 1 and Attachment 2 simultaneously. You must submit your active Joint Certification Program (JCP) details, CAGE Code, and a valid US-citizen company email address in accordance with the original access protocols detailed below. ============================================== END of AMENDMENT 0001 ============================================== SPECIAL NOTICE – CALL FOR PROPOSALS Department of the Air Force / Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Rocket Propulsion Division – Edwards AFB, CA HERMES Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) FA9300-20-S-0001 CALL: Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine-Combined Cycle (RDRE-CC) Flight Demonstration Parent Solicitation Number: FA9300-20-S-0001 Call Identifier: FA9300-20-S-0001-CALL-RDRE-CC Prior Market Research Notice: RFIFA930026R0001 NAICS Code: 541715 – Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) Product Service Code (PSC): AC11 – National Defense R&D Services; Department of Defense; Basic Research Response Date (Step 1 - White Papers): [16 NOV 2026] at 1600 PST Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition (under RFO 35.102) 1. Program Description The Air Force Research Laboratory, Rocket Propulsion Division (AFRL/RJP), located at Edwards AFB, CA, is issuing a formal Two-Step Call for Proposals under the overarching HERMES Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) FA9300-20-S-0001. This Call follows the market research previously conducted and publicized under RFI Notice ID RFIFA930026R0001. AFRL/RJP seeks innovative research and development approaches to mature advanced Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine-Combined Cycle (RDRE-CC) propulsion systems from Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 3 to TRL 6. This research effort is intended to culminate in a ground-launched, sounding-rocket-boosted flight demonstration to validate the system's operational viability for future High-Speed Affordable Mass Munitions (HAMM). The scope encompasses: Maturation and demonstration of RDRE-CC propulsion technology through RDRE development and test, integrated RDRE-CC direct-connect and freejet testing, vehicle development, and flight demonstration.The anticipated Period of Performance (PoP) for resultant award(s) is 36 to 48 months. 2. Acquisition Structure (Two-Step BAA Process) In accordance with RFO 35.102 and Section IV of the Hermes Master BAA, this Call utilizes a Two-Step solicitation process: Step 1: White Paper Submission Interested offerors are invited to submit a concise White Paper outlining their proposed technical architecture, compliance with the seven Specific Test Objectives (STOs), schedule milestones, and a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost. No contract awards will be made based solely upon Step 1 White Paper submissions. Step 2: Request for Proposals (RFP) The Government will evaluate White Papers using a Peer/Scientific Review process based on the criteria published in the Call. Only those offerors whose White Papers are evaluated as having high technical merit, relevance to HAMM objectives, and for which funding is available, will be formally invited to submit a full, high-fidelity Technical and Cost Proposal. The Government anticipates completing its Step 1 White Paper evaluations and issuing notifications within approximately six (6) to eight (8) weeks following the submission closing date. 3. Submission Guidelines & Page Limits Format: Submissions must be in Adobe PDF format, standard business font (10-point minimum), double-spaced, with 1-inch margins. Page Limitations: Core White Paper: Strictly limited to ten (10) pages (excluding the single, self-explanatory Title Page). Technical Appendix (Optional): Offerors may include an optional appendix of up to five (5) pages, strictly restricted to engineering drawings, CAD schematics, aerothermal performance curves, test data summaries, and modeling results. (Narrative marketing or promotional text is prohibited in the appendix). Enforcement: Pages exceeding the stated 10+5 limits will be removed prior to evaluation and will not be reviewed. 4. Security & Access to Controlled Call Document (Distribution Statement C) The detailed technical requirements, vehicle constraints, and Specific Test Objectives (STOs) for this Call are contained within the formal Call Document, which contains militarily critical technology and has been designated: DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT C: Distribution authorized to U.S. Government Agencies and their contractors; Critical Technology, Export Controlled; 14 September 2026. Other requests shall be referred to AFRL/RJP, 5 Pollux Drive, Edwards AFB, CA 93524-7048. To safeguard this Controlled Technical Information (CTI) in accordance with DoDI 5230.24 and DoDD 5230.25, the document is hosted on SAM.gov as a Controlled Attachment: Eligibility: Access is restricted to certified U.S. defense contractors possessing an active DD Form 2345 (Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement) registered under the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Joint Certification Program (JCP). Requesting Access via SAM.gov: Prospective offerors must click the "Request Access" button next to the controlled attachment on this notice. In the justification text box, the requester must input their active Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code and their JCP Certification Number. Verification & Approval: Upon validation of the contractor's JCP standing by the Contracting Officer, explicit access will be approved directly in SAM.gov, allowing the authorized Data Custodian to download the document. Facility Clearance Note: The performing entity must have and maintain safeguarding capability for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Secret-level data. A draft DD Form 254 will be issued to selected offerors in Step 2. 5. Submission Inquiries & Points of Contact All Step 1 White Papers must be submitted electronically to the AFRL/AFTC White Paper Workflow Inbox no later than the date and time specified in this notice: Official White Paper Submission Inbox: AFTC.PZRA.BAAs@us.af.mil (All submissions must state FA9300-20-S-0001-CALL-RDRE-CC White Paper Submission in the subject line). Primary Contracting Officer (PZR - Administrative/Contracting Inquiries): Alessandra Barzaghi-Martin, CIV, DAF Email: alessandra.barzaghi-martin@us.af.mil AFRL Rocket Propulsion Division (AFTC/PZR) Edwards AFB, CA Contracting Officer (PZR - Administrative/Contracting Inquiries): Mathew Pierson, CIV, DAF Email: mathew.pierson@us.af.mil AFRL Rocket Propulsion Division (AFTC/PZR) Edwards AFB, CA Contracting Officer (PZR - Administrative/Contracting Inquiries): Kameelah Purdom, CIV, DAF Email: kameelah.purdom@us.af.mil AFRL Rocket Propulsion Division (AFTC/PZR) Edwards AFB, CA | Special Notice | 541715 | No Set-Aside | 10/19/2026 | 11/16/2026 | Edwards, CA | |
SPECIAL NOTICE – CALL FOR PROPOSALS Department of the Air Force / Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Rocket Propulsion Division – Edwards AFB, CA HERMES Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) FA9300-20-S-0001 CALL: Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine-Combined Cycle (RDRE-CC) Flight Demonstration Parent Solicitation Number: FA9300-20-S-0001 Call Identifier: FA9300-20-S-0001-CALL-RDRE-CC Prior Market Research Notice: RFIFA930026R0001 NAICS Code: 541715 – Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) Product Service Code (PSC): AC11 – National Defense R&D Services; Department of Defense; Basic Research Response Date (Step 1 - White Papers): [16 NOV 2026] at 1600 PST Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition (under RFO 35.102) 1. Program Description The Air Force Research Laboratory, Rocket Propulsion Division (AFRL/RJP), located at Edwards AFB, CA, is issuing a formal Two-Step Call for Proposals under the overarching HERMES Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) FA9300-20-S-0001. This Call follows the market research previously conducted and publicized under RFI Notice ID RFIFA930026R0001. AFRL/RJP seeks innovative research and development approaches to mature advanced Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine-Combined Cycle (RDRE-CC) propulsion systems from Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 3 to TRL 6. This research effort is intended to culminate in a ground-launched, sounding-rocket-boosted flight demonstration to validate the system's operational viability for future High-Speed Affordable Mass Munitions (HAMM). The scope encompasses: Maturation and demonstration of RDRE-CC propulsion technology through RDRE development and test, integrated RDRE-CC direct-connect and freejet testing, vehicle development, and flight demonstration.The anticipated Period of Performance (PoP) for resultant award(s) is 36 to 48 months. 2. Acquisition Structure (Two-Step BAA Process) In accordance with RFO 35.102 and Section IV of the Hermes Master BAA, this Call utilizes a Two-Step solicitation process: Step 1: White Paper Submission Interested offerors are invited to submit a concise White Paper outlining their proposed technical architecture, compliance with the seven Specific Test Objectives (STOs), schedule milestones, and a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost. No contract awards will be made based solely upon Step 1 White Paper submissions. Step 2: Request for Proposals (RFP) The Government will evaluate White Papers using a Peer/Scientific Review process based on the criteria published in the Call. Only those offerors whose White Papers are evaluated as having high technical merit, relevance to HAMM objectives, and for which funding is available, will be formally invited to submit a full, high-fidelity Technical and Cost Proposal. The Government anticipates completing its Step 1 White Paper evaluations and issuing notifications within approximately six (6) to eight (8) weeks following the submission closing date. 3. Submission Guidelines & Page Limits Format: Submissions must be in Adobe PDF format, standard business font (10-point minimum), double-spaced, with 1-inch margins. Page Limitations: Core White Paper: Strictly limited to ten (10) pages (excluding the single, self-explanatory Title Page). Technical Appendix (Optional): Offerors may include an optional appendix of up to five (5) pages, strictly restricted to engineering drawings, CAD schematics, aerothermal performance curves, test data summaries, and modeling results. (Narrative marketing or promotional text is prohibited in the appendix). Enforcement: Pages exceeding the stated 10+5 limits will be removed prior to evaluation and will not be reviewed. 4. Security & Access to Controlled Call Document (Distribution Statement C) The detailed technical requirements, vehicle constraints, and Specific Test Objectives (STOs) for this Call are contained within the formal Call Document, which contains militarily critical technology and has been designated: DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT C: Distribution authorized to U.S. Government Agencies and their contractors; Critical Technology, Export Controlled; 14 September 2026. Other requests shall be referred to AFRL/RJP, 5 Pollux Drive, Edwards AFB, CA 93524-7048. To safeguard this Controlled Technical Information (CTI) in accordance with DoDI 5230.24 and DoDD 5230.25, the document is hosted on SAM.gov as a Controlled Attachment: Eligibility: Access is restricted to certified U.S. defense contractors possessing an active DD Form 2345 (Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement) registered under the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Joint Certification Program (JCP). Requesting Access via SAM.gov: Prospective offerors must click the "Request Access" button next to the controlled attachment on this notice. In the justification text box, the requester must input their active Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code and their JCP Certification Number. Verification & Approval: Upon validation of the contractor's JCP standing by the Contracting Officer, explicit access will be approved directly in SAM.gov, allowing the authorized Data Custodian to download the document. Facility Clearance Note: The performing entity must have and maintain safeguarding capability for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Secret-level data. A draft DD Form 254 will be issued to selected offerors in Step 2. 5. Submission Inquiries & Points of Contact All Step 1 White Papers must be submitted electronically to the AFRL/AFTC White Paper Workflow Inbox no later than the date and time specified in this notice: Official White Paper Submission Inbox: AFTC.PZRA.BAAs@us.af.mil (All submissions must state FA9300-20-S-0001-CALL-RDRE-CC White Paper Submission in the subject line). Primary Contracting Officer (PZR - Administrative/Contracting Inquiries): Alessandra Barzaghi-Martin, CIV, DAF Email: alessandra.barzaghi-martin@us.af.mil AFRL Rocket Propulsion Division (AFTC/PZR) Edwards AFB, CA Contracting Officer (PZR - Administrative/Contracting Inquiries): Mathew Pierson, CIV, DAF Email: mathew.pierson@us.af.mil AFRL Rocket Propulsion Division (AFTC/PZR) Edwards AFB, CA Contracting Officer (PZR - Administrative/Contracting Inquiries): Kameelah Purdom, CIV, DAF Email: kameelah.purdom@us.af.mil AFRL Rocket Propulsion Division (AFTC/PZR) Edwards AFB, CA | Special Notice | 541715 | No Set-Aside | 10/01/2026 | 11/16/2026 | Edwards, CA | |
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 Thomas J. Shea thomas.shea.3@us.af.mil 661-277-2047 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. | Solicitation | 541715 | No Set-Aside | 09/29/2026 | 09/30/2027 | - | |
Amendment 10: - Changing BAA POC for contracting - Updated BAA to reference new RFO changes - Updated Title Page to reference SAM UEI Amendment 9: - Changing BAA POC for contracting and technical - updating length of time white papers are held Amendment 8: - Changing BAA POC for contacting Amendment 7: -Changing BAA POCs for contracting Amendment 6: - Removed BAA ceiling, changed to single award limit - Increased open period from 5 years to 20 years. Annual Review accomplished - 4 Oct 21 Amendment 5: - Changed Contracting Point of Contact (CPOC) info - Adding a template cover page for white papers (use is optional) Amendment 4: -Changed solicitation/reference number from BAA-RQR-2019-0001 to FA9300-19-S001 -Add Para. VIII-11 Compliance with Safeguarding Covered Defense Information Controls to incorporate DFARS 252.204-7008 by reference. -Update Table of Contents to Include VIII-11. | Pre-Solicitation | 541715 | No Set-Aside | 04/30/2026 | 01/23/2027 | - | |
AFRL Rocket Lab ARA is a two-step open ARA with the ability of issuing future calls that enable study efforts on novel concepts, as well as research and development contracts to mature specific technologies to appropriate technology readiness levels (TRL) depending on end use. Specific award details are described below, but the Government anticipates awarding multiple contracts of varying duration and value. However, the maximum single award value issued against this ARA is currently no more than $500M. This ARA allows consideration of white papers as well as calls issued by the Government when specific requirements are identified. Amendment 01: Updated ARA to reference RFO language and change to contracting POC | Solicitation | 541715 | No Set-Aside | 04/30/2026 | 09/29/2030 | Edwards, CA |
Additional Details
Solicitation Number
FA881926RB010
Archive Date
Jun 2, 2026
Office Address
EL SEGUNDO, CA, 90245-2808