Endless Forge

The Air Force Research Laboratory’s “Endless Forge” solicitation (FA‑2394‑26‑R‑B003, DPAS rating DO‑C9) seeks research and development, including hardware prototypes, to advance critical technology elements (CTEs). Offerors must submit a white paper by 1400 EST, 19 Feb 2028; the solicitation is open‑period and will result in multiple awards (estimated total $149 M) using Other Transaction (prototype) agreements, Cost‑Plus‑Fixed‑Fee contracts, grants, or cooperative agreements as appropriate. All work must comply with the Science and Technology Protection Plan (STPP) requirements—any CTE generated will be reviewed for inclusion in a new or existing STPP—and adhere to OPSEC guidelines. Deliverables are governed by the Contract Data Requirements List (DD Form 1423‑1) and must follow AFRL’s ANSI/NISO technical report format. Data rights are unlimited for non‑commercial technical data, software, and documentation, while commercial software is provided under a customary commercial license. Offerors may also propose a commercial item solution within 15 days of the notice.

Notice ID

adc34bf4d5bf4a54b0bee7a208ebf429

Solicitation Number

FA2394-26-R-B003

NAICS Code

541715

Classification Code

AC13