Initial Request for Information for Advanced E-7 Integrators and Suppliers
ID: AFLCMCWIWK_AdvancedE7RFIType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2371 US AWACS AFLCMC/HBSHANSCOM AFB, MA, 01731, USA

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b33c532fce0741d59c5dd388871da7f9/view
Timeline
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    Posted Apr 15, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Apr 15, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 22, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to identify industry partners capable of providing and integrating advanced capabilities for the E-7 weapon system. The objective is to deliver at least two integrated weapon systems, including the Advanced E-7 and associated ground equipment, within a seven-year timeframe, potentially starting in fiscal year 2027. This initiative is crucial as the E-7A Wedgetail will replace the E-3 Sentry, enhancing the U.S. Air Force's Air Moving Target Indicator and Battle Management Command and Control capabilities. Interested parties must respond to the RFI by April 22, 2025, and direct inquiries to the Contracting Officer, Olivia Rogers, at olivia.rogers.3@us.af.mil, or the Contract Specialist, Urban Soul, at urban.soul@us.af.mil.

Point(s) of Contact
Olivia Rogers
olivia.rogers.3@us.af.mil
Urban Soul
urban.soul@us.af.mil
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