Structural Materials Open BAA

PresolicitationActive

Key Takeaways

  • Full and open competition - all businesses eligible to bid
  • Work to be performed in WRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH
  • Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
  • Advance notice of upcoming solicitation

Contract Details

Notice ID
FA8650-18-S-5010
Opportunity Type
Presolicitation
Sub-Agency
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA8650 USAF AFMC AFRL PZL AFRL/PZL
Posted Date
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Response Deadline
Monday, September 20, 2027
PSC Code
AC13
Set-Aside
Full & Open Competition
Status
Active

Description

Air Force Research Laboratory, Materials & Manufacturing Directorate, Structural Materials Division, AFRL/RXC, is soliciting white papers and potentially technical and cost proposals under this announcement that support the needs of its Structural Materials and Applications mission. Structural Materials technologies that range from materials and scientific discovery through technology development and transition are of interest. Descriptors of Materials and Manufacturing Directorate technology interests are presented in two contexts in the Statement of Objectives (BAA Attachment 1); that of structural materials science and engineering academic "competencies," and that of Air Force application area needs.

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) in WRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH.