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Air Dominance R&D and Advanced Technology Demonstration BAA

This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) from the Air Force Research Laboratory, Munitions Directorate (AFRL/RW), seeks innovative research and advanced technology demonstration proposals to enhance Air Dominance capabilities. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Air Force (DAF), Air Force Research Laboratory, Munitions Directorate (AFRL/RW), Eglin Air Force Base, FL - Scope of Work: - Solicits white papers for applied research, advanced technology development, and prototyping (Technology Readiness Level 3 to 6) - Covers 13 research areas including: - Missile electronics, guidance and control, propulsion, warhead technologies, hypersonic weapons - Modeling/simulation, aircraft/weapon integration, F2T2 sensors and datalinks, engagement management - Fuzing, test/evaluation, carriage/release, control actuation, and AI/autonomy for munitions and weapons - Focus on maturing state-of-the-art solutions for national security needs - Participation: - Open to all eligible applicants; strong encouragement for small business participation - No specific OEMs, vendors, products, or part numbers identified—emphasis is on R&D services and innovative solutions - Unique/Notable Requirements: - SECRET facility clearance and Export Control compliance required - Detailed data rights assertions must be provided - Funding and Process: - Anticipated cumulative award ceiling up to $750,000,000 - Two-step process: white paper submission (open for 5 years), followed by possible RFPs for selected proposals - Place of Performance: - Eglin Air Force Base, Florida (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 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 selected white papers may lead to requests for proposals. The anticipated cumulative award amount under this BAA will not exceed $750,000,000. The acquisition is unrestricted, encouraging small businesses to participate.

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