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Aircraft Protection Technology Feasibility Research

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Federal

Response Deadline11/23/2030, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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The Aircraft Protection Technology Feasibility Research subcontract, issued by the Department of Defense under agency FA2057 Aflcmc Hnjk, focuses on initial research and development for Air Force aircraft protection projects. The selected provider will perform feasibility studies, theoretical modeling, and proof-of-concept development to validate technology concepts using simulation software, prototyping tools, and R&D laboratory facilities. The primary deliverables for this effort are a comprehensive feasibility report and a successful proof-of-concept demonstration. This project is categorized under NAICS code 541715 and will be performed at Hanscom AFB. Due to the nature of the work, the contractor must maintain NIST assessment compliance for handling Controlled Unclassified Information. The solicitation was posted on February 8, 2026, with a response deadline set for November 23, 2030.

General Info

DoD subcontract for aircraft protection feasibility research, modeling, and proof-of-concept development at Hanscom AFB.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA2057 Aflcmc Hnjk

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

Hanscom AFB, MA, 01731, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA2057-26-S-C001.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Research and Development (R&D) for Next Generation Aircraft Protection Technologies

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PostedFeb 8

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Response DeadlineNov 23

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11/23/2030, 10:00:00 PM UTCin about 4 years

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2057 Aflcmc Hnjk

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Performs initial research and development for prime contractors on Air Force aircraft protection projects. Conducts feasibility studies, theoretical modeling, and initial proof-of-concept development to validate technology concepts. Utilizes R&D laboratory facilities, simulation software, and prototyping tools. Requires NIST assessment compliance for CUI. Delivers a feasibility report and proof-of-concept demonstration.

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