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Air-Breathing Propulsion R&D

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Response Deadline05/10/2031, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract under the Department of Defense focuses on the research and validation of technologies designed to improve the performance and reliability of advanced air-breathing propulsion engines for AFRL projects. The scope of work includes designing novel engine architectures, integrating thermal management systems into propulsion, and developing high-payoff engine components. The primary deliverables for this effort consist of engine component designs, performance validation data, and propulsion prototypes. This project is categorized under NAICS code 336412 and is managed by the FA2391 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl Rqkp agency.

General Info

DoD subcontract for researching and validating advanced air-breathing propulsion engine technologies and prototypes.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA2391 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl Rqkp

NAICS

336412 - Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing

Place of Performance

OH, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA2391-23-S-2403.

The full solicitation package (62 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Pioneering Aerospace Capabilities, Engineering and Research

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PostedJul 15

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Response DeadlineMay 10

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05/10/2031, 07:00:00 PM UTCin over 4 years

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2391 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl Rqkp

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2391 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl Rqkp

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Full Description

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Researches and validates technologies to enhance performance and reliability of advanced air-breathing propulsion engines for prime contractors on AFRL projects. Designs novel engine architectures, integrates thermal management into propulsion, and develops high-payoff engine components. Delivers engine component designs, performance validation data, and propulsion prototypes.

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