REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) - INNOVATIVE CONCEPTS TO INCREASE THE UNREFUELED RANGE OF NAVAL TACTICAL AIRCRAFT
ID: N0001925RFPRFQTPM265-INCREASERANGEType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMANDPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-5000, USA

NAICS

Aircraft Manufacturing (336411)

PSC

AIRCRAFT, FIXED WING (1510)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3fcdb94ceb694f51a8c26193edae585a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), is seeking innovative concepts to enhance the unrefueled range of naval tactical aircraft (TACAIR) through a Request for Information (RFI). The objective is to gather insights on affordable and effective solutions that could extend the operational range of TACAIR, addressing various engineering disciplines such as lift enhancement, drag reduction, and fuel efficiency. This initiative is crucial for improving naval capabilities in long-range precision strikes while ensuring the survivability of naval forces. Interested parties must submit their responses in a structured PowerPoint format by January 10, 2025, to the primary contact, Emily Schelling, at emily.d.schelling.civ@us.navy.mil, with additional technical inquiries directed to Matthew Cosner at matthew.s.cosner.civ@us.navy.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Emily Schelling
    emily.d.schelling.civ@us.navy.mil
    Samantha Pennini
    samantha.l.pennini.civ@us.navy.mil
    Files
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    Attachment 1 - Slide Formatting Requirements.pdf
    The file outlines the formatting requirements for a Request for Information (RFI) regarding innovative concepts aimed at enhancing the unrefueled range of naval tactical aircraft (TACAIR). It specifies a structured slide format that includes various sections such as a cover slide, points of contact, and an executive summary. Each section serves a distinct purpose: detailing the design and performance of the proposed concepts, assessing their reliability and suitability for carrier environments, and discussing technology maturation plans and cost estimates. The document emphasizes the need for detailed graphics to illustrate operational and system integration aspects, alongside a request for references to existing research. The goal is to gather innovative solutions that effectively increase operational range while considering challenges associated with TACAIR attributes and operational contexts. By seeking comprehensive initial proposals, the RFI endeavors to evaluate promising technologies that could be further developed and validated by 2027. Overall, the RFI reflects a structured approach to solicit proposals from various entities, ensuring that key factors such as design, performance, reliability, and cost are systematically addressed to foster innovation in military aviation.
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