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Pioneering Aerospace Capabilities, Engineering and Research

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FA2391-23-S-2403Federal

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The Pioneering Aerospace Capabilities, Engineering and Research (PACER) program, under solicitation FA2391-23-S-2403, is a comprehensive initiative by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to develop transformative aerospace technologies. This open, two-step Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) and associated calls aim to mature novel concepts and specific technologies to appropriate technology readiness levels, specifically targeting TRL 5 or 6 for high-power mission systems on autonomous collaborative platforms. The program encompasses a wide array of research thrusts, including hypersonic affordable mass weapon concepts (HAMWC), high-speed aero-propulsion (HSAPS), multidisciplinary aerodynamics and structures (MASTR), and integrated propulsion, power, and thermal management (MSIPPT). The acquisition process typically involves a two-step approach starting with the submission of white papers, followed by full technical and cost proposals for selected offerors. Awards may take the form of contracts or assistance instruments, with anticipated types including Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), Firm Fixed Price (FFP), and IDIQ task orders. Evaluation is based on a peer or scientific review, prioritizing technical innovation, understanding of scope, and transition potential, with cost realism serving as a secondary factor. Due to the sensitive nature of the research, strict security protocols are mandated, including compliance with AFRLI 61-113 for science and technology protection, NIST SP 800-171 assessments, and CMMC Level 2 certifications for access to controlled unclassified information.

General Info

DoD AFRL contract for aerospace technology research, requiring security clearances and technical excellence.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA2391 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl RqkpView Agency

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

OH, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

(60)

DFARS 252.215-7993 Proposal Adequacy Checklist (MAR 2026)

PDF•proposal-adequacy-checklist

Privacy Act Statement for Covered Individuals - Air Force Research Laboratory

PDF•1 page•privacy-act-statement

HAMWC Call Amendment 3 dated 6 April 2026

DOCX•1 page•amendment

Security Program Questionnaire for Research Funding

PDF•1 page•security-program-questionnaire

HAMWC Call Amendment 1 dated 17 March 2026

PDF•2 pages•amendment

CALL for VOLARE FA2391-23-S-2403 Digital System-Level Mission-Driven Integrated Design Methods

PDF•53 pages•presolicitation

Research and Related Senior and Key Person Profile Worksheet (FAR-Based)

PDF•3 pages•profile-worksheet

FA2391-23-S-2403 PACER MSIPPT Broad Agency Announcement

PDF•63 pages•baa

Broad Agency Announcement FA2391-23-S-2403 AEPO Call 28 Oct 2024

PDF•43 pages•baa

Section K - Representations and Certifications

PDF•37 pages•representations-and-certifications

Atch 7 DD Form 254

PDF•other

Amendment 1 to BAA FA2391-23-S-2403 CC DROIDS

PDF•1 page•amendment

Security Program Questionnaire Attachment

PDF•security-program-questionnaire

Amendment 03 to MASTR Call under BAA FA2391-23-S-2403

PDF•1 page•amendment

Research and Related Senior/Key Person Profile Form V4.0

PDF•1 page•form

Contract Data Requirements List FA2391-23-S-2403

PDF•contract-data-requirements-list

Supplemental Instructions for Assistance Instrument Proposals

PDF•7 pages•supplemental-instructions

Amendment 02 to MASTR Call 13 March 2025

PDF•1 page•amendment

FA2391-23-S-2403 INNATE Call for White Papers

PDF•42 pages•presolicitation

BAA FA2391-23-S-2403 Collaborative Center for the Design and Research Of InterDisciplinary Systems (CC DROIDS) 27 July 2023

PDF•7 pages•baa

Broad Agency Announcement FA2391-23-S-2403 SNAPP Call 04 Sep 24

PDF•64 pages•baa

Amendment 1 to AEPO Call FA2391-23-S-2403 dated 26 Nov 2024

PDF•1 page•amendment

Amendment 04 to MASTR Call under BAA FA2391-23-S-2403

PDF•2 pages•amendment

Section L - Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Offerors

PDF•4 pages•instructions-to-offerors

Amendment 06 to MASTR Call 23 APR 2025

PDF•1 page•amendment

Amendment 1 to MSIPPT Call FA2391-23-S-2403

PDF•1 page•amendment

AFRLI 61-113 Science and Technology Protection Instruction

PDF•41 pages•instruction

Research and Related Senior/Key Person Profile Form V4.0

PDF•form

FA2391-23-S-2403 Revised Broad Agency Announcement PACER April 2025

PDF•31 pages•baa

Amendment 1 to SNAPP Broad Agency Announcement FA2391-23-S-2403

PDF•1 page•amendment

HAMWC Call Amendment 2 dated 31 March 2026

PDF•3 pages•amendment

Privacy Act Statement for Covered Individuals - Air Force Research Laboratory

PDF•privacy-act-statement

DFARS 252.215-7009 Proposal Adequacy Checklist MAR 2023

PDF•10 pages•checklist

FA2391-23-S-2403 Section K Representations and Certifications

DOCX•reps-and-certs

FA2391-23-S-2403 OPTIML Call for White Papers 01 Feb 2024

PDF•38 pages•presolicitation

AFRL Addendum and Award-Specific Terms and Conditions Feb 2024

DOCX•award-specific-terms-and-conditions

Broad Agency Announcement FA2391-23-S-2403 CRONUS Automated Air-to-Air Refueling

PDF•52 pages•broad-agency-announcement

FA2391-23-S-2403 HSAPS Broad Agency Announcement

PDF•57 pages•baa

Supplemental Instructions for Assistance Instruments

DOCX•supplemental-instructions

Contract FA2391-24-C-B044 Model Contract

PDF•50 pages•contract-document

FA2391-23-S-2403 PACER Midsize FC EMA White Paper Call

PDF•30 pages•presolicitation

Broad Agency Announcement FA2391-23-S-2403 Pioneering Air Warfare Capabilities

PDF•baa

Amendment PACER White Paper Call - Midsize FC EMA

PDF•30 pages•presolicitation

Statement of Objectives for CC DROIDS Collaborative Center 26 July 2023

PDF•38 pages•statement-of-objectives

Amendment 05 to MASTR Call - Proposal Deadline Extension

PDF•1 page•amendment

AFRLI 61-113 Science and Technology Protection Instruction

PDF•instruction

Amendment 2 to BAA FA2391-23-S-2403 CC DROIDS Call Q&A

PDF•2 pages•amendment

Amendment 3 to BAA FA2391-23-S-2403 CC DROIDS Call

PDF•4 pages•amendment

FA2391-23-S-2403 PACER Broad Agency Announcement HITEMP Call

PDF•17 pages•broad-agency-announcement

Amendment to OPTIML Call dated 27 October 2023 - Cancellation of First Step

PDF•1 page•amendment

Amendment 01 to MASTR Call under BAA FA2391-23-S-2403

PDF•8 pages•amendment

Amendment 4 to BAA FA2391-23-S-2403 CC DROIDS Q&A

PDF•1 page•amendment

FA2391-23-S-2403 OPTIML Broad Agency Announcement

PDF•38 pages•baa

HSAPS CALL Amendment 1 dated 13 July 2026

PDF•amendment

Research and Related Senior and Key Person Profile Worksheet

PDF•profile-worksheet

FA2391-23-S-2403 MASTR Broad Agency Announcement

PDF•173 pages•baa

AFRL Supplemental Requirements Statement of Work Version 26.3

DOCX•sow

Call for HAMWC White Papers under PACER BAA FA2391-23-S-2403

PDF•60 pages•presolicitation

Contract Data Requirements List FA2391-23-S-2403

PDF•14 pages•contract-data-requirements-list

SOW Supplemental Requirements AFRL/PZL 04 May 2023

PDF•4 pages•sow-supplemental

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Organization & Contact Information

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2391 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl Rqkp
Contacts2 people available
OfficeWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7541, USA
Organization / Agency
Department Of Defense → FA2391 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl Rqkp
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Office AddressWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7541, USA
Contacts
Jac Cook
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Kaylee Yarger
contact@example.gov

Full Description

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PACER BAA is a Two-Step Open BAA and BAA with Calls which will enable study efforts on novel concepts, as well as research and development efforts to mature specific technologies to appropriate technology readiness levels (TRL) depending on end use. Efforts under this BAA are intended to further AFRL/RA’s mission in pioneering transformative aerospace technologies for the warfighter’s decisive advantage.


Revision 1, posted 5 June 2024.


Revision 2, posted 24 October 2024


Revision 3, posted 6 May 2025


Revision 4, posted 15 July 2026

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