Opportunity
NSTXL #26-20
DAF TENCAP Prototype Proposals for Innovative Warfighting Solutions
Posted
September 16, 2026
Identifier
26-20
DAF TENCAP is seeking prototype proposals for rapid, cost-dominant warfighting solutions. - Government buyer: Defense Airborne (DAF), Tactical Exploitation of National Capabilities (TENCAP); further agency or office details are not provided. - Opportunity: Proposals should address urgent operational needs and may leverage emerging technologies and partnerships with industry or academia. - Products and quantities: No specific products, services, quantities, or part numbers are identified in the available notice. - OEMs and vendors: No product manufacturers or vendors are identified. NSTXL is referenced as the opportunity portal for accessing the draft solicitation. - Notable requirements: The notice describes a prototype-focused effort but does not provide detailed technical requirements.
Description
DAF TENCAP seeks rapid, cost-dominant, and innovative warfighting solutions by analyzing emerging technologies, partnering with industry and academia, and prioritizing urgent operational needs. The solicitation is a Draft Request for Prototype Proposals (dRPP), posted 16 September 2026. The full draft proposal request is available by submitting the key document request form on the solicitation page. An active NSTXL membership is required to submit a solution; the question deadline is 28 September 2026 at 5:00 PM PT.