SAM #FA930027R6000-RFI04

Air Force Seeks Industry Input for ASTROS II Rocket Propulsion Support Services

The U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Edwards Air Force Base is seeking industry input for the upcoming Aerospace Systems Technical Research & Operations Support Services II (ASTROS II) contract. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Detachment 7, Rocket Lab, Edwards AFB - Key contacts: Contracting Officer Mathew Pierson, Program Manager 2d Lt Kristy Jaralba - Scope of Services: - Technical, engineering, and operational support for rocket propulsion research, development, testing, and operations - Includes test stand operations, equipment maintenance, emergency response, facility management, safety, and logistics coordination - Emphasis on systems engineering expertise: requirements analysis, system design/integration, verification/validation, and configuration management - Products/Services Requested: - No specific products, part numbers, or OEMs identified in the notice - Focus is on service capabilities and internal technical expertise - Notable Requirements: - Contractors must demonstrate experience supporting rocket test infrastructure and related technical operations - Industry feedback is requested on capabilities and best practices - Estimated contract value for the current program is approximately $280 million over a potential 10-year period - Attachments include briefing materials and a Q&A matrix for industry engagement

Description

1. REQUIREMENT BACKGROUND & TRACKING: This Request for Information (RFI #4) is a continuation of the market research initiated under RFI #1, RFI #2, and RFI #3 (Related Notice ID: FA930027R6000-RFI03) for the temporarily designated 'ASTROS II' requirement.

The Air Force Research Laboratory, Detachment 7 (AFRL Det 7/SST) conducted an Industry Day, Bus Tour, and One-on-One (1:1) sessions on 23 July 2026 at Edwards AFB.

2. PURPOSE OF THIS NOTICE (RFI #4): The purpose of this notice is to:

Provide the Industry Day Briefing Charts and Attendee Roster to all interested parties (attached). Establish a formal mechanism for industry to submit follow-up questions resulting from the Industry Day briefing, bus tour, and 1:1 sessions. Solicit targeted capability feedback on an additional government question regarding Systems Engineering.

3. SUBMISSION OF INDUSTRY QUESTIONS (VIA Q&A MATRIX): The Government has re-attached the ASTROS II Industry Q&A Matrix (originally provided in RFI #3) to this notice.

Action Required: All follow-up questions regarding the Industry Day presentations, the bus tour, or 1:1 discussions must be submitted using the ASTROS II Industry Q&A Matrix. Deadline: Industry Q&A submissions must be sent via email to the Point of Contact (POC) listed below no later than 30 July 2026 at 4:00 PM (1600) PST.

4. ADDITIONAL GOVERNMENT QUESTION FOR INDUSTRY FEEDBACK: In addition to the Q&A Matrix, the Government requests targeted feedback on the following Systems Engineering prompt. Please submit your response to this question as a separate accompanied memorandum.

Systems Engineering Capability Question: What internal expertise and capability does your company have with respect to Systems Engineering, that they would be able to leverage in the execution of ASTROS II to ensure proper systems engineering practices are followed in the development of new rocket test infrastructure and the sustainment of existing infrastructure? Disciplines of systems engineering to address should include, but not be limited to: Requirements analysis, system design and integration, verification and validation, and configuration management.

Deadline for Capability Response: 30 July 2026 at 4:00 PM (1600) PST.

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