CHEERS Open Period 1 - All Technical Areas
ID: 360261Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Air Force -- Research Lab (DOD-AFRL)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Procurement Contract

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360261
Timeline
    Description

    The Air Force Research Laboratory, in collaboration with the United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine, is soliciting white papers for the Continuing Human Enabling, Enhancing, Restoring, and Sustaining (CHEERS) program under the Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) FA2384-24-S-2233. This opportunity invites submissions across all technical areas outlined in the attached documents, with a focus on advancing research and development in human effectiveness. The program has an estimated total funding amount of up to $484.73 million, with multiple awards anticipated, and white papers are limited to five pages with no restrictions on the number of submissions per offeror. Interested parties should submit their white papers by September 30, 2027, and can direct inquiries to Amber A Taylor at AFRL.711HPW.MAA@us.af.mil or by phone at 703-347-5655.

    Point(s) of Contact
    AFRL.711HPW.MAA@us.af.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Attachment.pdf
    This government file, part of federal RFPs, details numerous clauses incorporated by reference and in full text, outlining the comprehensive compliance requirements for contractors. Key areas covered include security requirements for classified information, employee rights under the National Labor Relations Act, and detailed payment procedures such as prompt payment, interest penalties, and overpayment handling. Additionally, the document addresses item unique identification and valuation, specifying marking, data syntax, and reporting requirements for various items delivered to the DoD, including those with a unit acquisition cost of $5,000 or more, embedded components, and special tooling. The file emphasizes adherence to regulations like the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual and various FAR/DFARS provisions, ensuring contractors meet stringent standards for security, labor, financial, and supply chain practices.
    Open.pdf
    The Air Force Research Laboratory and the United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine are soliciting white papers for the Continuing Human Enabling, Enhancing, Restoring, and Sustaining (CHEERS) program. This two-step solicitation (FA2384-24-S-2334) invites white papers for all technical areas listed in Attachments 2 and 3 of the CHEERS Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA), to be submitted by September 30, 2027. Only white papers are currently being accepted; full proposals will be requested from offerors whose white papers meet Air Force needs. The program has an estimated total value not exceeding $484.73 million, with multiple awards anticipated. While cost sharing is not required, foreign participation is addressed in the CHEERS MAA. White papers are limited to five pages, and there are no limits on the number of unique white papers an offeror may submit. Award notification will be sent via email, with an estimated review timeframe of 180 days.
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