Rapid Advanced Capability Transition (ReACT)
ID: FA2385-24-S-9701Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF DEFENSE

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https://sam.gov/opp/95d53cee9268493f87f8cae76117669f/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), is announcing the Rapid Advanced Capability Transition (ReACT) Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) aimed at enhancing the transition of research into practical military applications. This initiative seeks to streamline the development of advanced military capabilities across various technical areas, including integrated weapons and electronic warfare, while encouraging participation from small businesses and educational institutions. The ReACT MAA will utilize flexible solicitation methods and provide a comprehensive guide for industry partners, ensuring clarity in proposal preparation and evaluation processes. Interested parties can reach out to AFRL/PZLD at AFRL.PZLD.ReACTmaa@us.af.mil for further information, with specific funding details and deadlines to be determined as the program progresses.

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    AFRL.PZLD.ReACTmaa@us.af.mil
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    ReACT Industry Guide Final.docx
    The Rapid Advance Capability Transition (ReACT) Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) Industry Guide outlines the process by which the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) solicits industry partners for research and development projects. It describes various solicitation methods, including Calls for Proposal and Open Period solicitations, aimed at fostering innovation and technology transition, while detailing proposal preparation, review, and selection processes. Additionally, it provides guidance on specific authority limitations, data rights, and compliance with federal regulations, ensuring transparency and standardization for potential contractors.
    ReACT Industry Guide Final.docx
    The Rapid Advanced Capability Transition (ReACT) Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) outlines a consolidated solicitation approach for advancing various science and technology projects from basic research to technology transition. It introduces Call for Proposal and Open Period solicitation methods for innovative ideas and technology maturity, emphasizing flexibility and real-time assessment. The document serves as a guide for current and potential industry partners, detailing the proposal preparation process, selection criteria, and the types of assistance instruments available under various federal authorities. It encourages participation from diverse stakeholders, including small businesses and educational institutions, aiming to simplify the application process while maximizing competition. Moreover, it specifies requirements for data rights, white paper proposals, and the evaluation process, enhancing clarity for applicants. The overall goal is to streamline the acquisition of advanced technologies for military applications while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and fostering innovation across the defense sector. This comprehensive guideline empowers industry partners to navigate the complexities of engaging with the AFRL effectively and successfully.
    ReACT MAA_Final.docx
    The document outlines the Rapid Advanced Capability Transition (ReACT) Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) by the Air Force Research Laboratory, detailing its objectives of enabling technology maturation and transition across multiple technical areas. The MAA consolidates various solicitation authorities under a single announcement, inviting potential offerors to monitor for individual solicitations linked to specific Air Force objectives, with anticipated awards and funding to be determined per solicitation. Communication strategies will include industry days, Requests for Information, and notifications, while proposals will be governed by specific eligibility, submission, and review criteria outlined in the document.
    ReACT MAA_Final.docx
    The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) has announced a Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) titled "Rapid Advanced Capability Transition (ReACT)" intending to streamline and enhance the transition process from research to technology application. This announcement will facilitate various solicitations targeting multiple technical areas aimed at developing advanced military capabilities, including integrated weapons, electronic warfare, and networked operations. Communications with prospective offerors will include industry days and Requests for Information (RFIs) to foster collaboration. The solicitations will operate under a broad range of legal authorities, with eligibility criteria encouraging participation from small businesses, while foreign firms must adhere to specific restrictions. While the details regarding funding, awards, and deliverables remain to be determined (TBD), the process aims to harness innovative commercial products and services, permitting a mixture of contract types including grants and cooperative agreements. The MAA anticipates that all activities will enhance military readiness and technological advancement within the Air Force ecosystem.
    Solicitation Tracker_250724.xlsx
    The ReACT MAA Solicitation Log outlines current active and closed solicitations by the federal government, including their posting dates and relevant technical areas. The log features two main solicitations: FA2385-24-S-9760 for the program "Ephemeral Paragon (e-GON)," posted on May 3, 2024, and FA2385-25-S-9761 for "Automated Air-to-Air Refueling," scheduled to close on June 7, 2024, with a future posting date of August 11, 2025. Key technical areas covered include Integrated Weapons, Integrated Electronic Warfare, and Agile Basing, which encompasses contested logistics and base defense. The log emphasizes an integrated approach towards enhancing military capabilities through solicited contracts, ensuring alignment with advanced technologies in mobility, sensing, and readiness. This document serves as a critical resource for potential bidders and contractors engaged in defense procurement, providing essential details for planning and submitting proposals under federal grants and RFPs.
    Solicitation Tracker.xlsx
    The ReACT MAA Solicitation Log, last updated on March 13, 2024, includes a solicitation for the program "Ephemeral Paragon (e-GON)" with solicitation number FA2385-24-S-9760, although the posting and closing dates are yet to be determined. The document outlines key covered technologies such as Integrated Weapons and Integrated Electronic Warfare among others, while additional technology areas include Agile Basing, Long Range Kill Chain, and Mobility, though many areas remain unselected.
    Solicitation Tracker.xlsx
    The ReACT MAA Solicitation Log, last updated on May 3, 2024, includes a new active solicitation for the "Ephemeral Paragon (e-GON)" program, with posting number FA2385-24-S-9760, closing on June 7, 2024. The program covers technologies such as Integrated Weapons and Integrated Electronic Warfare. Additional entries in the log are either empty or unselected for other solicitations.
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