Pioneering Aerospace Capabilities, Engineering and Research

The Air Force Aerospace Systems Directorate is issuing a solicitation to develop a vehicle‑design and technology‑assessment process that integrates operations analysis, multidisciplinary optimization, and model‑based systems engineering within a deployable computational framework, and to advance optimized propulsion technologies for risk‑tolerant unmanned aircraft. The effort emphasizes innovative, virtual‑validation approaches, improved design processes, and novel manufacturing methods to reduce lifecycle cost and schedule for platforms that sit between unmanned vehicles and missiles. Offerors must submit a White Paper by the stated deadline in the prescribed format and page limits; selected firms will be invited to submit a full technical proposal. Evaluation will prioritize a unique and innovative technical approach, clear understanding of the effort’s scope, sound technical methodology, and affordability (ROM cost estimate). Compliance requirements include: strict adherence to submission format and page limits; provision of a Security Program Plan; inclusion of a subcontracting plan for non‑small businesses; submission of any Forward Pricing Rate Agreements or Recommendations; and, upon request, the DD‑254 and full CUI‑marked IDIQ SOW/Task Order SOOs. Offerors must also address the potential organizational conflict‑of‑interest provisions, complete all required CDRLs, and acknowledge that award is contingent on the availability of appropriated funds. Failure to meet any of these mandatory elements may render the proposal ineligible for award.

Notice ID

1731367707c44a29a9af21473db661a8

Solicitation Number

FA2391-23-S-2403

NAICS Code

541715

Classification Code

AC12