The AFRL RDK focuses on advancing high-frontier defense capabilities through the research, development, and experimentation of cutting-edge physical and engineering sciences. The agency's strategic priorities center on directed energy systems, space domain awareness, and tactical technology experimentation.
FA9451 Afrl Rdk is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors. It currently has 21 open contract opportunities.
Spending trends, top contractors, industry breakdown, and recent contract activity.
AI Mission Profile
The AFRL RDK focuses on advancing high-frontier defense capabilities through the research, development, and experimentation of cutting-edge physical and engineering sciences. The agency's strategic priorities center on directed energy systems, space domain awareness, and tactical technology experime...
The AFRL RDK focuses on advancing high-frontier defense capabilities through the research, development, and experimentation of cutting-edge physical and engineering sciences. The agency's strategic priorities center on directed energy systems, space domain awareness, and tactical technology experimentation. Key initiatives include the Directed Energy Technology Experimentation Research program and the development of advanced optical and analytical laboratory instrumentation to support high-energy applications and space-based research.
Procurement patterns are heavily weighted toward scientific research and development, specifically within the physical and engineering sciences. The agency frequently procures specialized laboratory instruments, optical lenses, and semiconductor devices. Contractual activity is characterized by a high volume of Broad Agency Announcements and Advanced Research Announcements, indicating a preference for innovative, open-competition solicitations to drive technological breakthroughs.
The agency primarily targets NAICS codes related to research and development in physical and engineering sciences, as well as analytical and optical instrument manufacturing. There is a strong preference for small business participation, with significant utilization of SBA and 8(a) set-asides to diversify its vendor base.
The AFRL RDK operates as a specialized entity within the Department of the Air Force under the Department of Defense. Its organizational scope encompasses a wide range of technical services, from custom computer programming and software publishing to complex laboratory infrastructure and security compliance support.
Procurement Analytics
Where FA9451 Afrl Rdk directs its contract spending, by industry and small-business set-aside program.
Senate-confirmed and senior-executive posts at FA9451 Afrl Rdk and its sub-agencies, as published in the OPM Plum Book. These are leadership positions, not total employees.
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Recent FA9451 Afrl Rdk Contracts
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