AF CyberWorx Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)
ID: FA7000-23-S-C001Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA7000 10 CONS LGCUSAF ACADEMY, CO, 80840-2303, USA

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MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS (9999)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Aug 10, 2023, 9:38 PM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 23, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Aug 9, 2028, 10:30 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Air Force CyberWorx, is soliciting innovative commercial technologies and services via its Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) FA7000-23-S-C001, located at the USAF Academy in Colorado. This competitive solicitation invites solution briefs that address specific Areas of Interest (AoIs) related to product development methods, communications, distributed computing, and emerging technologies, with a focus on human-centered design to tackle mission challenges. The procurement process will involve multiple evaluation phases, including Quad Charts, Solution Briefs, and pitch sessions, with an emphasis on small business participation in subcontracting plans. Interested parties can reach out to Gary Monson or Dom Carusone at 10CONS.PK.Cyberworx@us.af.mil for further details, as the opportunity remains open for continuous submissions.

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Mar 28, 2024, 7:16 AM UTC
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Apr 10, 2024, 11:15 PM UTC
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Mar 28, 2024, 7:16 AM UTC
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Jan 23, 2025, 5:04 PM UTC
The United States Air Force (AF) CyberWorx issued Amendment 0003 to its Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) FA7000-23-S-C001, aimed at soliciting proposals for innovative commercial technologies to support its mission. AF CyberWorx, located at the Air Force Academy in Colorado, focuses on human-centered design to address mission challenges through partnerships with academia and industry. This competitive solicitation invites solution briefs responding to specific Areas of Interest (AoIs) which emphasize technologies related to product development methods, communications, distributed computing, emerging technologies, and a modernization framework for portfolio assessments. Proposals will be evaluated in phases, beginning with Quad Charts and Solution Briefs, advancing to pitch sessions, and culminating in detailed proposals. The government retains the discretion to award contracts, prioritize funding, and cancel solicitations. Important criteria for evaluation include technical merit, relevance to agency goals, and funding availability. Submitters must comply with detailed submission requirements, including page limits, formatting, and specifics related to cost and technical approaches. The CSO also emphasizes the importance of small business participation in subcontracting plans, fostering economic development and innovation within the defense sector.
Jun 10, 2024, 10:30 PM UTC
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Jul 26, 2024, 10:19 PM UTC
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Jun 4, 2024, 10:06 PM UTC
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Dec 9, 2024, 5:48 PM UTC
The Air Force CyberWorx is initiating a focused interest period from 22 November to 06 December 2024 to explore transformation methodologies and solutions for IT systems in secure multi-domain environments. The aim is to optimize current system architectures and operational processes while developing innovative proposals for policy, process, and systems integrations. The initial use-case focuses on evaluating IT infrastructure at two Air Force installations on both U.S. coasts, identifying weaknesses and proposing enhanced operational architectures with a transition roadmap. Vendors responding to this request must showcase their capabilities in system integration, network design, secure testing environments, and scalability for extensive user bases. They should also develop risk management and cybersecurity frameworks to ensure component integrity and compliance with relevant regulations. Submission responses will be acknowledged, with an evaluation and potential follow-up discussions scheduled for the week following the focused period. This initiative underscores the Air Force's commitment to advancing its IT capabilities while enhancing operational security and effectiveness.
Jan 8, 2025, 11:05 PM UTC
The Air Force CyberWorx has issued a focused interest period from December 20, 2024, to January 22, 2025, seeking proposals for utilizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) to explore data signatures of low SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) emitters at high altitudes. Vendors are invited to demonstrate innovative UAS solutions for long-duration flights, addressing factors like altitude, flight flexibility, and current capabilities. Proposals must outline the UAS modifications for specific mission scenarios, agile development processes, and a plan for executing up to five Flight Test Plans, accounting for operational limitations. The submission guidelines emphasize the need for expertise in UAS design and testing, effective integration of payloads, and discussions related to classified mission scenarios. A confirmation of submission will be provided, with final feedback and follow-up requests expected in the week after the interest period ends. This effort revolves around enhancing capabilities for capturing and analyzing signal data, crucial for mission efficacy in high-altitude environments.
Dec 20, 2024, 7:45 PM UTC
The Air Force CyberWorx is soliciting proposals from vendors for a focused interest period (20 December 2024 - 08 January 2025) to explore the data signatures of multiple Low Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) emitters positioned at high altitudes during extended flights using Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Interested vendors should develop innovative UAS concepts that demonstrate capabilities in altitude, flight duration, and flexibility, integrating various payload options while addressing design limitations. Proposals must outline plans for agile development, iterative prototyping, and collaboration with the government in devising flight test plans while also planning for up to five test flights, considering practical limitations. Submissions must adhere to established guidelines, emphasizing the need for prior UAS design and testing experience, access to suitable flight test airspace, and capability to discuss sensitive mission objectives and classifications. All submissions will receive initial confirmation, with evaluations and feedback provided within a week after the submission period's closure. This RFP highlights the government's interest in advancing technology for high-altitude unmanned operations, reinforcing its strategic focus on innovative mission solutions.
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