STAR-FISH CALL 017 - Secure By Design

SolicitationNo Set AsideActive

Key Takeaways

  • Set-aside for No Set Aside businesses
  • Work to be performed in KIRTLAND AFB, NM
  • Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Contract Details

Notice ID
FA945326XA001
Opportunity Type
Solicitation
Sub-Agency
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA9453 AFRL RVK
Posted Date
Monday, August 24, 2026
Response Deadline
Monday, October 12, 2026
PSC Code
AJ12
Set-Aside
No Set Aside
Place of Performance
KIRTLAND AFB, NM, 87117
Status
Active

Description

FA9453-21-S-0001 Air Force Research Laboratory/Space Vehicle Directorate ANNOUNCEMENT OVERVIEW CALL 017, Topic Area 1. Space Technology Advanced Research - Fast-tracking Innovative Software and Hardware (STAR-FISH) DATE: 26 August 2026 NAICS Code: The NAICS Code for this acquisition is 541715 for Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology), and the small business size standard is 1,000 employees. Federal Agency Name: Air Force Research Laboratory, Space Vehicles Directorate, Phillips Research Site ARA Title: Secure by Design Space Vehicle (STAR-FISH), Announcement, procurement for experimentation of spaceflight and space-related signal, energy, and transportation technologies. ARA Number: FA9453-21-S-0001 CALL Type: Two

Why This Opportunity Matters

The Department of DEFENSE is actively seeking qualified contractors for research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (except nanotechnology and biotechnology) with a set-aside for No Set Aside businesses in KIRTLAND AFB, NM. This set-aside designation means eligible businesses face reduced competition from larger firms.