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Advanced R&D in Foundational Technologies

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Response Deadline04/30/2027, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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This contract focuses on advanced research and development in foundational technologies to support the Air Force Research Laboratory’s strategic objectives, specifically through prototyping, experimentation, and the maturation of cutting-edge scientific and engineering capabilities. The work is intended to push the boundaries of innovation in areas critical to national defense, with an emphasis on transitioning laboratory discoveries into practical, high-impact solutions. Performance is expected to align with the NAICS code 541715, indicating a focus on research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. The opportunity is structured as a subcontract, open for proposals with a response deadline of April 30, 2027, at 9:00 PM Eastern Time. It is solicited under the auspices of the Department of Defense, managed by the Air Force Materiel Command’s Air Force Research Laboratory, specifically through the PZL office. While no set-aside designation or point of contact is specified, the contract is accessible via the SAM.gov platform, and performance locations are not geographically constrained, allowing for flexible execution across research institutions, industry partners, or government labs that meet the technical and operational requirements.

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Prototyping and technology maturation subcontract for AFRL focusing on advanced scientific research until April 2027.

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Department Of Defense → FA8650 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl/pzlView Agency

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)View NAICS

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OH, USA

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PostedApr 30

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04/30/2027, 09:00:00 PM UTCin 9 months

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8650 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl/pzl

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Conduct prototyping, experimentation, and technology maturation in advanced scientific and engineering domains aligned with AFRL's strategic research goals.

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Secondary Smelting, Refining, and Alloying of Nonferrous Metal (except Copper and Aluminum)

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Advanced Composite Materials DevelopmentThis contract focuses on the research, design, and development of advanced composite materials specifically engineered for aerospace structures. The materials under development include polymer matrix composites and ceramic matrix composites, with an emphasis on achieving superior strength-to-weight ratios, enhanced thermal stability, and improved durability. The objective is to create high-performance materials that can meet demanding aerospace requirements, contributing to overall structural efficiency and longevity. Issued by the Department of Defense through the United States Air Force Material Command’s Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) located at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, this subcontract is categorized under NAICS code 325998. The solicitation was posted in April 2026, with responses due by September 2027. The contract’s place of performance is Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio (ZIP code 45433), highlighting its alignment with cutting-edge aerospace research and development initiatives.

All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing

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