Continuing Human Enabling, Enhancing, Restoring and Sustaining (CHEERS)
ID: FA238424S2233Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEAIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY

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https://sam.gov/opp/95743f807341457f9f3b2e1c8d09fe73/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Air Force Research Laboratory and the United States Air Force School of Medicine, is seeking proposals under the Continuing Human Enabling, Enhancing, Restoring, and Sustaining (CHEERS) Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA). This initiative aims to advance research and development solutions that enhance Airman performance and readiness by addressing physical and psychological stressors impacting training and operations, with key focus areas including Aerospace Medicine, Public Health, and Occupational Medicine. The CHEERS MAA represents a strategic effort to foster collaboration with industry partners, ensuring alignment with military scientific and technological needs, while encouraging participation from a diverse range of organizations. Interested parties can contact Amber Taylor at amber.taylor.9@us.af.mil or Ashlee Green at ashlee.green.1@us.af.mil for further information, with proposals evaluated based on compliance with submission guidelines and relevance to the outlined objectives.

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    Amber Taylor, Contracting Officer, Grants Officer, Agreements Officer
    amber.taylor.9@us.af.mil
    Ashlee Green, Contracting Officer
    ashlee.green.1@us.af.mil
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    Attachment 1 - CHEERS Industry Guide_Final July 2024.pdf
    The Continuing Human Enabling, Enhancing, Restoring, and Sustaining (CHEERS) Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) serves as a comprehensive solicitation method initiated by the Air Force Research Laboratory and the United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine. Designed to facilitate an integrated research and development approach, this MAA consolidates various solicitation authorities, enabling transition from basic research to mature technologies. It allows for Calls for Proposals and Open Period solicitations aimed at fostering innovative solutions and technology demonstrations. The guide provides prospective industry partners with essential information on the proposal preparation process, evaluation criteria, and the general solicitation workflow. It is structured into chapters covering MAA solicitation variations, proposal submissions, and review processes. The document emphasizes maximizing competition by encouraging participation from a diverse range of organizations. Furthermore, it outlines specific requirements for Other Transactions (OTs) and the necessary compliance measures for contractors. Overall, the CHEERS MAA represents a strategic initiative to enhance collaboration with industry partners, ensuring alignment with contemporary scientific and technological needs within the military framework.
    Attachment 2 - FA2384-24-S-2233 RHW_RHD_RHB Technical Requirements - Statement of Objectives.pdf
    The document FA2384-24-S-2233 details the objectives and technical requirements for the Continuing Human Enabling, Enhancing, Restoring, and Sustaining (CHEERS) Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) issued by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL). Its primary goal is to foster research and development (R&D) of innovative technologies to enhance human performance for multi-domain operations, supporting the US Air Force's (USAF) mission effectiveness. The document outlines the major focus areas, including Airman Biosciences, Bioeffects, and Warfighter Interactions & Readiness, which evaluate human-machine integration, bioeffects of battlefield stressors, and readiness metrics. Key competencies include developing technologies for health protection, performance enhancement, and operational readiness in diverse environments. The need for OPSEC (Operational Security) measures and guidelines for contractor compliance is emphasized to ensure sensitive information is protected. Funding considerations for the R&D efforts are also addressed, ensuring alignment with federal regulations. Overall, this initiative represents the USAF's commitment to advancing human-centric technologies in defense operations, aligning research efforts with broader strategic goals.
    Attachment 3 - FA2384-24-S-2233 USAFSAM Technical Requirements - Statement of Objectives.pdf
    The Air Force Research Laboratory's United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM) seeks proposals under the Continuing Human Enabling, Enhancing, Restoring, and Sustaining (CHEERS) Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA). The aim is to improve Airman performance and readiness by researching and developing solutions to address physical and psychological stressors that affect training and operations. Key focus areas include Aerospace Medicine and Physiology, Public Health and Preventative Medicine, Occupational Medicine and Bioenvironmental Engineering, and En Route Care. Specific objectives include developing assessments for physiological responses in high-altitude environments, enhancing musculoskeletal injury prevention for aircrew, and utilizing technology to optimize medical readiness. It also emphasizes the importance of education and training methodologies, as well as the integration of data science, AI, and machine learning in medical operational analyses. Funding considerations ensure compliance with federal regulations, targeting appropriate allocation of resources for the proposed research and development efforts. This RFP is crucial for advancing operational capabilities and ensuring the health of Airmen within the Air Force ecosystem.
    CHEERS MAA_Final July 2024.pdf
    The Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) from the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and United States Air Force School of Medicine (USAFSAM) seeks to establish a comprehensive approach for advancing human enabling, enhancing, restoring, and sustaining (CHEERS) initiatives. This initial announcement (FA2384-24-S-2233) allows for soliticitation under various federal authorities, facilitating proposals that meet specific technical objectives outlined in attached documents. While individual solicitations will detail the specific due dates, requirements, and funding, the announcement highlights the importance of communication between prospective offerors and government representatives, alongside potential program modifications during performance. The solicitation encourages small business participation, outlining eligibility criteria and the necessary protocols for foreign participation. Proposals will be evaluated based on various factors, including compliance with submission guidelines and the relevance of the submitted white papers. Award notices will indicate the outcome of proposals, with funding contingent upon government discretion and availability. The document establishes important operational security, export control, and science and technology protection measures to safeguard sensitive information throughout the solicitation process. Overall, this initiative aims to foster innovation and support R&D in line with the Air Force’s strategic objectives.
    Solicitation Tracker_1 Aug 2024.xlsx
    The government agency seeks advanced healthcare and physiological solutions from this comprehensive solicitation, titled "CHEERS MAA Solicitation Log." The primary objective is to acquire cutting-edge technologies and expertise across diverse technical areas related to aerospace and operational medicine. This includes specialized requirements for air and space environments, encompassing en route patient transport and health protection. The solicitation also seeks biotechnological advancements for performance enhancement and medical research. Several technical areas are outlined, such as airman sensing and assessment, human performance augmentation, and biomedical impact research. These areas cover a wide range of disciplines, from physiomics and biosciences to applied cognitive neurosciences and health performance sensing. Additionally, the solicitation delves into directed energy bioeffects and their modeling, assessment, and protection. It seeks innovations in airman-machine integration, readiness analytics, and distributed teaming, with a focus on enhancing warfighter capabilities. The solicitation spans multiple years, with a closing date of September 30, 2027, and encompasses numerous key dates for submission deadlines. The agency emphasizes the importance of technical merit, cost-effectiveness, and potential impact on mission success in its evaluation criteria. This solicitation represents a wide-ranging effort to procure innovative solutions for complex military healthcare and physiological challenges in austere environments.
    Solicitation Tracker_22 Jul 2024.xlsx
    Solicitation Tracker_28 Jan 2025.xlsx
    The document outlines various solicitations related to the 711th Human Performance Wing (HPW) and research areas linked to aerospace and operational medicine. It includes solicitation numbers, program names, posting dates, covered technical areas, and closing dates for proposals. The primary focus of these solicitations is on advancing human performance in aerospace environments through multiple domains such as airman sensing and assessment, biotechnology, and directed energy bioeffects. Proposals are invited for projects over an extended timeline, with closing dates extending from 2025 to 2027. Key technical areas include patient transport in austere environments, human performance augmentation, and the biomedical impacts of air and space. Additional areas of interest highlight analytics for readiness, human-machine interaction, cognitive warfare, and learning technologies. This solicitation log serves as a guide for researchers and contractors interested in government funding opportunities that advance military health care and operational performance, signaling a commitment to innovation and enhancement in aerospace physiology and medicine.
    Solicitation Tracker_29 Jul 2024.xlsx
    FA2384-24-S-2334, FA2384-24-S-2335, and FA2384-24-S-2336: These solicitations seek contracts for undefined 711th HPW requirements, with a focus on various technical areas. The scope encompasses multiple research and development domains, including aerospace and operational medicine, air and space physiology, and human performance augmentation. The work involves assessing and enhancing the capabilities of airmen, covering areas like sensing and assessment, cognitive neuroscience, and applied biosciences. Contract details are undisclosed, but responses are due by September 30, 28. The solicitations prioritize enhancing Air Force capabilities in austere environments and en route patient care, with a significant focus on directed energy weapons effects and human-machine integration. The evaluation of proposals will likely consider technical merit and relevance to the stated objectives, with an emphasis on the specificity of the offered solutions.
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