COTS Obsolescence & Diminishing Manufacturing Sources (DMSMS) Risk Analysis

The contract involves assessing risks associated with commercial off-the-shelf technology obsolescence and diminishing manufacturing sources, with the goal of developing actionable mitigation strategies to ensure the long-term sustenance and operational readiness of critical systems. This work is focused on identifying vulnerabilities within the supply chain and evaluating the impact of aging or discontinued components on system performance, availability, and sustainment over extended timelines. The contractor will be expected to analyze current and projected COTS component lifecycles, map dependencies across systems, and propose alternatives or engineering solutions to reduce exposure to supply chain disruptions and technological obsolescence. The effort is being conducted under a subcontract for the Department of Defense, specifically supporting the FA8730 Kessel Run Aflcmc/hbbk organization at Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts. The work must be completed by August 27, 2026, following a posting on July 27, 2026, with performance aligned to the needs of defense systems that rely heavily on commercial technology. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 541690, indicating it is for other scientific and technical consulting services, and requires expertise in systems engineering, supply chain risk analysis, and long-term sustainment planning for complex military platforms.