RFI for Specialized Tactical Electronic Warfare Systems (STEWS) Program
ID: FA8523-25-STEWSRFIType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8523 AFLCMC ESKAROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1663, USA

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/704059eef46a4aab914465b840279fb1/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) for the Specialized Tactical Electronic Warfare Systems (STEWS) program. This RFI aims to identify potential contractors capable of providing comprehensive sustainment services, including program management, depot repair, logistics, engineering services, and equipment production, all of which are critical for supporting the USAF's electronic warfare systems. The anticipated contract, which will span five years (one base year plus four option years) and is set to commence in FY27, requires contractors to possess Secret security clearance and the ability to manage classified parts globally, with foreign contractors being ineligible. Interested parties must submit their responses by October 31, 2025, to Daniel Daniels at daniel.daniels.2@us.af.mil or Alexander Katsekis at alexander.katsekis@us.af.mil, as these responses will inform future solicitations but do not guarantee contract awards.

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    Daniel Daniels
    daniel.daniels.2@us.af.mil
    Alexander Katsekis
    alexander.katsekis@us.af.mil
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    STEWS RFI.pdf
    The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) for the Specialized Tactical Electronic Warfare Systems (STEWS) program. The RFI seeks to identify potential contractors capable of providing comprehensive sustainment, including program management, depot repair, logistics, material support, engineering services, business management, process control, and equipment production/procurement. This recurring requirement, currently held by a sole source, demands personnel with Secret security clearance and the ability to handle classified parts globally. Foreign contractors are ineligible. The proposed five-year contract (one base year plus four option years) will commence in FY27. Responses, due by October 31, 2025, will inform future solicitations but do not guarantee contract awards. The RFI emphasizes the need for contractors to seamlessly transition into supporting critical electronic warfare systems for the USAF.
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