16th Air Force Commercial Solutions Opening
ID: FA7037-23-S-C0001Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEAMICDET2
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    Posted Nov 8, 2022, 5:46 PM UTC
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    Updated Oct 10, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Sep 30, 2025, 5:00 AM UTC
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The Department of the Air Force is issuing a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) to acquire innovative solutions, technologies, and services aimed at enhancing mission capabilities for the United States Air Force (USAF). This initiative, authorized under Department of Defense Class Deviation 2022-O0007, seeks to address capability gaps and foster advancements in areas such as Electromagnetic Warfare, Information Operations, Multi-Domain Innovation, and Cloud Computing. Interested vendors are invited to submit proposals in response to specific Calls, with the current Call 0001 focused on "Mission Relevant Terrain-Cyber Automation," open for submissions until January 31, 2024. For further inquiries, potential responders can contact Carissa Heuertz or Lisa Anderson at 16af.cso.workflow@us.af.mil. Note that funding is not currently available, and the government retains the right to award none, part, or all submissions based on evaluations and funding availability.

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Mar 28, 2024, 7:16 AM UTC
The 16th Air Force has issued a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) to solicit innovative proposals that address various operational topics, including electromagnetic warfare, information operations, multi-domain innovations, and cybersecurity, among others. Proposals will be considered for award based on specific Calls issued under this solicitation, though it does not guarantee funding or awards. Participants must comply with cybersecurity requirements and ensure SAM registration for eligibility to bid on government proposals.
Oct 10, 2024, 9:04 PM UTC
The 16th Air Force is issuing a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Solicitation, FA7037-23-S-C0001, aimed at acquiring innovative solutions, technologies, and services through competitive awards similar to a Broad Agency Announcement. This CSO intends to address capability gaps and enhance mission capabilities for the USAF. Currently, no proposals are being requested, and funding is not available; the CSO will remain open indefinitely for future Calls that will outline specific requirements. A variety of Topics are of interest, including Electromagnetic Warfare, Information Operations, Multi-Domain Innovation, and Cloud Computing, among others. Each Call under the CSO will contain specific instructions and evaluation criteria. Potential responders must maintain registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) and adhere to cybersecurity requirements. While the Government seeks innovative proposals, it retains the right to award none, part, or all submissions, contingent upon successful evaluations and funding availability. Overall, this initiative aims to foster collaboration with nontraditional defense contractors and small businesses in advancing military capabilities.
Oct 10, 2024, 9:04 PM UTC
The 16th Air Force (16AF) has released a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Call focused on advancing "Mission Relevant Terrain-Cyber Automation" aimed at enhancing the Air Force Information Network (AFIN). The CSO seeks innovative automation solutions to identify and prioritize Mission Relevant Terrain-Cyber (MRT-C) impacting Task Critical Assets (TCAs) and integrating these into the Mission Assurance Decision Support System (MADSS) on SIPRNet. Proposals must conform to existing guidance by the Joint Force Headquarters-DODIN. The solicitation outlines a two-step submission process where interested vendors submit Quad Charts and White Papers, assessed based on technical merit, relevance to 16AF goals, and funding availability. Successful submissions may lead to contracts or other transaction awards, evaluated on a competitive basis with selected participants potentially invited for a more detailed Step II proposal. The 16AF emphasizes leveraging existing technologies for rapid deployment and aims for prototypes or demonstrable solutions within one year, although longer timelines can be justified. This initiative reflects the government’s intent to enhance cybersecurity capabilities through innovative commercial solutions.
Mar 28, 2024, 7:16 AM UTC
The 16th Air Force is seeking innovative automation solutions for identifying and prioritizing Mission Relevant Terrain-Cyber for USAF Task Critical Assets, as part of a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Call. Submissions should aim for technologies that can be demonstrated within a year, utilize existing accredited automation tools, and adhere to established military guidance. The process consists of a two-step proposal submission, with evaluation based on technical merit, relevance, and overall value, subject to funding availability.
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