Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) Enterprise Contracting Effort, AWACS E-3 System Labs infrastructure support and aircraft maintenance
ID: FA2363-25-D-0010Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8730 KESSEL RUN AFLCMC/HBBKHANSCOM AFB, MA, 01731-2100, USA

NAICS

Aircraft Manufacturing (336411)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (J016)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/57b2575fcfe2482bb2eb52c87cc3fc0f/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified sources for the Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) E-3 System Labs infrastructure support and aircraft maintenance through a Request for Information (RFI). The objective is to identify capabilities for maintaining and operating the current AWACS E-3 System Labs, as well as supporting ongoing and future integration efforts for the E-3 platform, which plays a critical role in both domestic defense and international collaborations with allies such as France and NATO. Interested parties are required to provide detailed information regarding their qualifications, including business classification and security clearance, and must submit their responses via email within 15 calendar days of the announcement. For further inquiries, respondents can contact Mr. Brett Clemens at brett.clemens.1@us.af.mil or Ms. Allison Eacrett at allison.eacrett@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Brett Clemens
    (781) 225-5722
    brett.clemens.1@us.af.mil
    Allison Eacrett
    allison.eacrett@us.af.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Enterprise Contract RFI for Enterprise 25APR25 (002).pdf
    The U.S. Air Force has issued a Request for Information (RFI) related to the Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) E-3 Systems. This RFI seeks to identify qualified sources capable of maintaining and operating the current AWACS E-3 System Labs, as well as supporting future integration efforts. It's important to note that this RFI is for information only and does not solicit proposals or imply a future Request for Proposal (RFP). Participants are expected to provide insights on various operational capabilities, including system integration, cybersecurity management, maintenance operations, and engineering analysis. The AWACS E-3 System Labs support both domestic readiness and international collaborations with allies such as France and NATO. Responses must detail the company's qualifications, business classification, security clearance, and must be submitted via email within a specified timeframe. Questions are accepted in written form only, emphasizing the structured communication approach expected in government contracting processes. Overall, the government emphasizes that participation in this RFI does not guarantee the issuance of an RFP and responses will not be returned.
    Similar Opportunities
    AN/ALQ-172 Repair
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking potential sources for the repair of redesigned AN/ALQ-172 Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) as part of a Request for Information (RFI). The procurement focuses on several specific NSNs, including 5865-01-718-3672EW (LRU-4), TBD (LRU-8 P/N 2624708G007), 5865-01-668-8772EW (LRU-10), and 5865-01-669-5621EW (LRU-12), due to a lack of complete repair data and serviceable assets, with no funding available for reverse engineering. This initiative is currently a sole-source effort with L3Harris, but the RFI encourages responses from both large and small businesses, including joint ventures, to showcase their repair capabilities and quality assurance processes. Interested parties must submit their responses by January 5, 2026, to Kenneth Dickman at kenneth.dickman@us.af.mil, with participation being voluntary and no reimbursement provided for submissions.
    E-4B National and Nuclear Communication Support (N2CS) Services
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting proposals for the E-4B National and Nuclear Communication Support (N2CS) Services, aimed at procuring sustainment and modernization services for mission communications systems aboard E-4B aircraft. The contract will encompass a range of services including engineering, program management, cybersecurity support, and facilities management, which are critical for maintaining the aircraft's role as a command and control communications center during national emergencies. The total estimated contract ceiling is $984 million, with a ten-year ordering period and a minimum order amount of $500,000, and interested parties must submit an approved DD 2345 form to access the draft RFP documents. For further inquiries, Amanda Jones and Lisa Murrell can be contacted via email or phone.
    PL EA - Vehicle Mounted ESEA System RFI
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) for a Vehicle Mounted Electromagnetic Support and Electromagnetic Attack System. This RFI seeks mature commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) or government off-the-shelf (GOTS) systems capable of electromagnetic sensing and attack, aimed at informing requirements development and acquisition strategy for the Army's electronic warfare capabilities. Interested parties, particularly Cleared Defense Contractors with an active CAGE Code and a SECRET or higher Facility Clearance Level, are invited to submit white papers detailing their system's maturity, technical capabilities, and cost/schedule by December 18, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST. For further inquiries, interested vendors can contact Kimberly Barnes at kimberly.v.barnes.civ@army.mil or Kellie R. Clavijo at kellie.r.clavijo.civ@mail.mil.
    Request for Information (RFI) F-15SA Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) Analysis Tool Survey
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for a Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) analysis tool for the Royal Saudi Air Force's F-15SA aircraft. The objective is to procure a system that can proactively and reactively identify DMSMS issues, recommend viable resolutions, and integrate these solutions into a software tool that will be utilized by U.S. Government Country managers supporting the RSAF. This tool is crucial for managing obsolescence, correcting technical order errors, and facilitating coordination with government engineers and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) partners. Interested contractors must submit their capability surveys detailing their experience and qualifications by December 16, 2025, to the primary contact, Anthony Brzezicki, at anthony.brzezicki.2@us.af.mil or by phone at 478-497-5532.
    Request for Information (RFI) for Passive Defense Solutions
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for passive defense solutions aimed at countering threats posed by Group 1-3 Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) to USAF assets. The Air Force is seeking industry input on solutions that utilize Camouflage, Concealment, Deception, and Hardening (CC&D+H) measures, with an emphasis on low-cost, user-friendly, and rapidly deployable options that can integrate with existing systems. These solutions are critical for enhancing the protection of Air Force assets by reducing spectral and visual signatures while ensuring operational continuity. Interested vendors are required to submit a five-page response detailing their company overview, proposed solutions, technical approaches, performance data, and cost/schedule by December 22, 2025, at 1600 EST. For further inquiries, vendors may contact Timothy Overby at timothy.overby.1@us.af.mil or Jennifer Judkins at jennifer.judkins@us.af.mil.
    AN/ALQ-131 Electronic Countermeasures (ECM) Pod parts
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the production and repair of parts for the AN/ALQ-131 Electronic Countermeasures (ECM) Pod. The objective is to find entities that possess the necessary production and repair data, expertise, and capabilities to meet the qualification requirements for these items, which are critical for the U.S. Air Force and foreign Military Sales Partners. Interested parties are encouraged to review the attached document for further details, and they can reach out to Daniel Daniels at daniel.daniels.2@us.af.mil for inquiries regarding this sources sought notice.
    Request for Information (RFI) Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Geosynchronous Wide Field of View (WFOV) Electro-Optical (EO) Sensor
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Air Force, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for a Geosynchronous Wide Field of View (WFOV) Electro-Optical (EO) Sensor, aimed at enhancing space domain awareness capabilities. This RFI seeks industry input on sensors capable of detecting resident space objects at visual magnitudes of 14.5 and above, with a particular interest in those that can achieve detection at 16+ visual magnitude, while performing wide-area volume searches efficiently. The initiative is critical for developing a constellation of free-flyer Space Vehicles equipped with EO payloads to support geo-based surveillance operations. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses, which should include technical and programmatic information, by January 9, 2025, to the primary contact, Tobias Richards, at tobias.richards.1@spaceforce.mil, or by phone at 310-653-9416.
    F-15 ENGINE FUEL HYDRAULIC DISPLAY DEPOT ACTIVATION CAPABILITIES
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking information regarding the activation capabilities for the Engine Fuel Hydraulic Display (EFHD) associated with the F-15EX program. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather data to develop a Long-Term Support Strategy, focusing on enhancing supply chain efficiencies and material availability for various Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) and their components. The EFHD is critical for the maintenance and repair of the F-15EX, necessitating not only the display itself but also all related parts, spares, and technical data rights to ensure proper software functionality. Interested parties are encouraged to submit unclassified White Papers detailing their capabilities and corporate information to Laura Harr at laura.harr@us.af.mil, as the Air Force seeks to establish organic maintenance capabilities leveraging existing assets.
    RTWS Termination- A3A, IAS, & amp; SEF Staff Support
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking support services for the RTWS Termination project, which involves technical, logistical, and operational assistance for airfields, special use airspace, and ranges managed by the Headquarters Air Combat Command (HQ ACC). The procurement aims to enhance the capabilities of various divisions within HQ ACC, including the Airspace, Ranges, and Airfield Operations Division (A3A), the Resources and Budget Division (A3R), and the International Affairs Security Cooperation (IAS), which collectively support airfield operations, financial guidance, and foreign military sales. This opportunity is crucial for maintaining operational readiness and safety for the 1,100 aircraft under HQ ACC's purview. Interested parties can reach out to Desiree Logan at desiree.logan@us.af.mil or Edward Smith at edward.smith.65@us.af.mil for further information.
    Requirements Projections On the Web (RPOW) FALL 2025
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking sources for the Requirements Projections On the Web (RPOW) for Fall 2025, focusing on Air Force managed items, particularly spares and repairs. This opportunity involves obtaining qualification requirements and engineering data for various aircraft components, with a clear emphasis that the listed data is for planning purposes only and does not constitute an invitation for bids. The procurement process includes contacting Small Business Public Sales Offices at Hill AFB, Robins AFB, and Tinker AFB for qualification requirements and engineering data requests, with vendors required to register on SAM.gov and submit a certified DD Form 2345. Interested parties can reach out to Tracey Beringer at tracey.beringer@us.af.mil for further information.