Commercial Solutions Opening for Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2)

The Air Force's Aerial Networks Division is seeking innovative proposals to support the Joint All-Domain Command & Control (JADC2) initiative, specifically focusing on Software Programmable Open Mission Systems Compliant Multi-Function Processors (MFP) to enhance connectivity and tactical communication capabilities. A Two-Step, Closed Call will be initiated on March 11, 2024, with White Papers due by April 9, 2024, followed by an RFP for selected vendors later in the process. The aim is to explore technologies that support rapid reconfiguration and scalability while aligning with military standards and open architecture frameworks.

The Air Force's AFLCMC/XA is conducting a two-step closed call for proposals (Call 002) regarding an SD-WAN Test Event, which will be held at the MITRE Facility in Bedford, Massachusetts, with proposals due by February 6, 2023. The test will focus on virtualized implementations of a Customer Premises Equipment (CPE) SD-WAN solution, and offerors are not required to provide hardware or transport solutions. The contracting contacts for this effort are Mr. Nic Correa and Mr. Wesley Livesay.

The AFLCMC/XA has released Call 002 for the AF SD-WAN Test Event, categorized under NAICS 541512, with proposals due by February 6, 2023. Offerors must address the potential for publishing proprietary protocols to the IETF for increased interoperability in their White Papers. For inquiries, contact the designated officials, Mr. Nic Correa and Mr. Wes Livesay.

The Air Force's AFLCMC/XA is issuing a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) to develop a Multi-Level Security (MLS) network as part of its support for Joint All-Domain Command & Control (JADC2) and Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) initiatives, with white papers due by July 15, 2021. The call encourages innovative solutions focusing on secure processing and DevSecOps infrastructure to enhance software development, networking, and command and control capabilities within the Department of Defense. Interested parties must submit proposals following a two-step evaluation process, with awards contingent on funding and negotiations.

The AFLCMC/XA is inviting proposals for innovative SD-WAN solutions to enhance connectivity for the Department of the Air Force, as part of its strategy to support Joint All-Domain Command & Control and Advanced Battle Management System initiatives. Proposals must be submitted in two steps, with initial White Papers due by February 6, 2023, and a subsequent Request for Proposal (RFP) expected by March 14, 2023, subject to funding availability. The selected solutions will be tested against specific objectives to form a part of a global battle management network.

The Air Force's Aerial Networks Division (AFLCMC/HNA) has issued Call 003 under the Joint All-Domain Command & Control (JADC2) Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) for innovative solutions in Software Programmable Open Mission Systems Compliant (SPOC) Multi-Function Processors (MFPs). The objective is to enhance aerial communications and networking systems, supporting the Department of the Air Force's (DAF) Battle Management Network with scalable, resilient, and open-architecture solutions. This two-step, closed call invites vendors to submit White Papers by April 9, 2024, detailing how their MFP solutions meet objectives related to open architectures (e.g., SOSA), rapid reconfiguration, scalability, security, and Domain Specific Architectures (DSA). White Papers, limited to 10 pages, must include a rough-order-of-magnitude (ROM) price and will be evaluated on innovation, technical feasibility, and price. Selected vendors will be invited to submit full proposals, with potential contract awards by August 2, 2024. All work must be performed by American entities within the United States. Contact information for submission inquiries is provided for Capt Alexandra Hutchinson and Mr. Chhunheng Phay.

The Air Force (AFLCMC/XA) released Call 002 for a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) to conduct an AF SD-WAN Test Event. This two-step, closed call (FA8612-21-S-C001, Call 002) was released on January 6, 2023, with proposals due by February 6, 2023. The event, focused on virtualized SD-WAN implementations, will assess vendor solutions as Customer Premises Equipment (CPE) at the MITRE Facility in Bedford, Massachusetts. Offerors are responsible for providing virtualized SD-WAN network appliances, licensing, configuration, and technical support, with the government supplying test-bed hardware and transport. The Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) in the White Paper should reflect general per-item costs for a broader enterprise solution. The Test Plan includes both point-to-point and point-to-multipoint scenarios. The government confirmed that graphic diagrams are considered charts and will allow a minimum 10-point font for them. Additionally, a company can act as a prime contractor using another company's SD-WAN technology. Contact for this effort is limited to Mr. Nic Correa and Mr. Wesley Livesay.

AFLCMC/XA, Architecture and Integration Directorate, has released Call 002, titled "AF SD-WAN Test Event," under the NAICS code 541512. This two-step, closed call, FA8612-21-S-C001, was released on January 6, 2023, with proposals due by February 6, 2023. An addendum to the original solicitation requires offerors to address their willingness to publish proprietary SD-WAN protocols and methodologies to the IETF for RFC compliance, if requested by the Government, and to stipulate any conditions for doing so. Points of contact for this effort are Mr. Nic Correa, Contracting Officer, and Mr. Wes Livesay, Contract Specialist.

AFLCMC/XA’s Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Call 001 seeks innovative solutions for a Multi-Level Security (MLS) Network to support Joint All-Domain Command & Control (JADC2) and the Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS). This two-step, closed call, released on June 28, 2021, requires white papers by July 15, 2021, focusing on developing a secure processing technical infrastructure, starting with an unclassified DevSecOps (DSO) Enclave and a Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). The objective is to design and implement an MLS network capable of supporting software development and modeling/simulation. White papers, limited to 10 pages, must detail the innovative approach, address objectives, and include a rough-order-of-magnitude price. They will be evaluated on risk, price, and fund availability. Selectable proposals will proceed to a Request for Proposal (RFP) stage. The Air Force anticipates a single Firm-Fixed-Price contract for 15-18 months, with all work performed in the United States.

The Air Force's Architecture and Integration Directorate (AFLCMC/XA) has issued Call 002 under its Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) to solicit innovative SD-WAN solutions. This two-step, closed call aims to identify and assess commercial SD-WAN products to support the Department of the Air Force's (DAF) Joint All-Domain Command & Control (JADC2) and Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) initiatives. The objective is to develop a robust Battle Management Network capable of resilient connectivity across various services, including in denied, degraded, intermittent, and latent (DDIL) network conditions. Interested vendors must submit White Papers by February 6, 2023, detailing their innovative approach to meeting the stated objectives and providing a rough-order-of-magnitude (ROM) cost. Selected vendors will proceed to a rigorous test event to validate their SD-WAN products. The government anticipates awarding one or more Firm-Fixed-Price contracts for SD-WAN product licenses and services, with all work performed by American entities within the United States. White Papers will be evaluated based on innovation, importance to agency programs, and price.