Description: The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Foundational Technologies Directorate, issued Solicitation FA2394-26-R-B004 seeking manufacturing technology research and development to strengthen defense manufacturing capabilities and transition new manufacturing capabilities to factory or depot floors. The solicitation requests white papers aligned with Air Force high-impact technology domains under NAICS 541715 and PSC AC13 and estimates project award ranges of roughly $500,000 to $10,000,000; evaluation is Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Awards may require SECRET facility security clearances and compliance with ITAR/EAR; the opportunity was posted on 2026-06-23 and is open with a response deadline of 2031-06-22 16:00 EDT.
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FederalOH
Jun 23, 2026
Closes
Jun 22, 2031
Provide manufacturing technology research and development focused on strengthening defense manufacturing capabilities through the discovery of new manufacturing capabilities and efficiencies, and transitioning capability to the factory or depot floor.
Oct 1, 2024
Closes
May 30, 2028
The Acquisition Modernization Technology Research (AMTR) Program, established at the beginning of FY22, assesses acquisition and procurement processes, identifies and prioritizes areas that would benefit from IT modernization or advanced technologies, evaluates technical requirements, and pursues future research efforts. See attached file.
Mar 18, 2021
Closes
May 12, 2031
Perform research and development (R&D), modeling and simulation (M&S), design, component/subsystem, prototype risk reduction, fabrication/purchase, assembly, integration, and testing of directed energy source components (to include spares and alternate component technologies), and/or systems and any required accessories, materials, and supplies for laboratory research and experimentation and field trials in a relevant environment to demonstrate system capabilities.
FederalOH
Apr 20, 2023
Closes
Apr 19, 2028
To evolve to best position the Department of Defense (DoD) to counter evolving global threats, to provide an effective geopolitical deterrent for the nation, and to maintain a decisive military advantage in light of global technological access. New techniques in system and platform resilience, agility, and open systems standards are needed to enable rapid integration of revolutionary sensor and mission system capabilities. To respond to the global threats, AFRL Sensors Directorate is pursuing technologies supporting the Air Force’s ability to defend against increasingly sophisticated adversaries in order to dominate time, space, and complexity in future conflicts.
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