ContractSources Sought

RFI: Engineering Subject Matter Expertise in supporting modernization of E-767 AWACS Fleet

DEPT OF DEFENSE FA236326RXXX1
Response Deadline
May 23, 2026
15 days left
Days Remaining
15
Until deadline
Set-Aside
Full & Open
Notice Type
Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of the Air Force at Hanscom AFB is seeking qualified sources for engineering subject matter expertise to support the crypto modernization upgrade of the E-767 AWACS fleet. The work centers on extensive maintenance, testing, and engineering support for E-3/E-767 system integration, cybersecurity, lab management, hardware and software installation, and test and evaluation. The effort may involve relocating and reestablishing AWACS lab infrastructure, performing engineering and qualification analysis such as aerodynamic and EMI assessments, supporting aircraft maintenance and ferry flights, and leading developmental test activities in the AWACS systems labs. This is an RFI for planning purposes only, not a solicitation, and responses must be unclassified, limited to ten pages, and submitted by email within 15 calendar days of publication.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
541380
Testing Laboratories and Services

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
(CUI) RSU Support RFI (THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION)_8May26.pdf
PDF107 KBMay 8, 2026
AI Summary
This Request for Information (RFI) from AFLCMC/WIW seeks qualified sources to provide engineering subject matter expertise for the crypto modernization upgrade of the E-767 Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) fleet. The upgrade will occur in the CONUS, with potential efforts in Japan, requiring extensive maintenance, testing, and engineering support. The RFI outlines specific requirements, including capabilities in system integration, cybersecurity, lab management, hardware/software installation, engineering analysis, and test and evaluation for the E-3/E-767 AWACS systems. Respondents must also detail their strategies for accessing the AWACS System Lab, obtaining specifications, performing aerodynamic and EMI analysis, conducting maintenance, ferrying E-767 aircraft, and leading developmental test activities. This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal, nor will the government award a contract based on responses. Responses, limited to ten pages, are due via email within 15 calendar days of publication.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMay 8, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineMay 23, 2026
expiryArchive DateJun 7, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA2363 FMS AWACS AFLCMC/HBI

Point of Contact

Name
Brett Clemens

Place of Performance

Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts, UNITED STATES

Official Sources