Experiments, Prototypes, Research, and Evaluation Supporting Systems (EXPRESS)
ID: FA8650-22-S-5004Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8650 USAF AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND AFRL PZL AFRL/PZLWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7541, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE - MILITARY; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AC13)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4177337919ca4c9db8d9ddf1e58c24aa/view
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    Description

    Solicitation DEPT OF DEFENSE (DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE) is seeking experiments, prototypes, research, and evaluation supporting systems through the EXPRESS program. This program aims to provide experimentation, evaluation, and assessment of structural materials and processes technologies for Air Force and Space Force applications. The goal is to meet validated systems requirements, sustain and/or modernize installations or operations, and provide demonstration of new and improved structural materials. The primary place of performance is Wright Patterson AFB, OH, USA. For more information, contact Melissa Gross at melissa.gross.1@us.af.mil or 9377139980.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kelsey J. Emory
    kelsey.emory@us.af.mil
    Erik Ripberger
    erik.ripberger@us.af.mil
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