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Air Force Research Laboratory Seeks R&D for Air Dominance Technologies

The Air Force Research Laboratory, Munitions Directorate, is seeking innovative research and development proposals to advance Air Dominance capabilities through a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA). - Government Buyer: - Department of the Air Force, Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Munitions Directorate, Eglin AFB, FL - Products/Services Requested: - Applied research, advanced technology development, and prototyping services for Air Dominance - Focus areas include: advanced munitions, missile guidance and control, sensors, AI/autonomy, propulsion, fuzing, warhead technologies, missile electronics, aircraft/weapon integration, modeling/simulation, test and evaluation, datalinks, engagement management, control actuation, and carriage/release systems - No specific part numbers, quantities, or OEMs are listed; the BAA seeks innovative solutions, technical reports, and potential hardware prototypes - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Technology readiness level (TRL) maturation from 3 to 6 - SECRET facility clearance and export control compliance required - Data rights assertions must comply with FAR Part 27 and DFARS 252.227-7017 - Annual security training for personnel with access to AFRL S&T protection information - Two-step process: white paper submission followed by potential request for proposal (RFP) - Open to all eligible applicants, with encouragement for small business participation - Funding and Period of Performance: - Up to $750 million in total anticipated funding - BAA open for five years with rolling white paper submissions and project-specific periods of performance - Place of Performance: - Eglin Air Force Base, FL (AFRL Munitions Directorate)

Description

This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) issued by the Air Force Research Laboratory, Munitions Directorate, solicits research proposals related to Air Dominance. The BAA covers predominantly Applied Research, Advanced Technology Development, and Advanced Component Development & Prototypes, aiming to translate basic research into solutions for broadly defined needs and develop state-of-the-art components and systems. White papers may be submitted at any time during the open period, and proposals will be selected through a two-step process involving white paper evaluation followed by a request for proposal. The total anticipated funding for awards under this BAA is up to $750 million, with a minimum award amount of $750 million. The solicitation encourages small business participation and is unrestricted in terms of eligibility.

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