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REQUEST FOR INFORMATION: Missile Defense System-Next

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26-MDA-12338Federal

Submission Closed05/16/2026, 04:59:00 AM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) titled "Missile Defense System - Next" (solicitation number 26-MDA-12338), aimed at gathering information on capability solutions aligned with Strategic Architecture Thrust Areas for missile defense beyond 2035. This effort supports MDA's strategic planning to address evolving threats anticipated in the long-term future, focusing on innovative approaches that improve mission readiness and effectiveness. The RFI represents a key step in transitioning from identifying priority areas to evaluating solution concepts that could shape future investment and capability development decisions. Amendments to the RFI have extended the white paper submission deadline to May 15, 2026, providing additional time for interested parties to respond. The solicitation is designated as a special notice and falls under NAICS code 541715, reflecting research and development services. The deadline for final responses is May 16, 2026. The MDA encourages responses that inform capability prioritization and supports potential Program Objective Memorandum (POM) investment planning. Interested respondents can obtain full details and submit inquiries through the provided contact email or the official solicitation webpage.

General Info

Missile Defense Agency requests innovative missile defense solutions, white papers due May 15, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Missile Defense Agency (mda)

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

(3)

MDS-Next Capability Solutions for Strategic Architecture Thrust Areas RFI

PDF•rfi

MDS-Next Capability Solutions for Strategic Architecture Thrust Areas RFI Amendment 2

PDF•amendment

MDS-Next Capability Solutions for Strategic Architecture Thrust Areas RFI Amendment 1

PDF•amendment

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Timeline

2 updates

PhaseClosed

Amendment 1Apr 28

Contract was updated

PostedMay 12

special-notice

Amendment 2May 12

Contract was updated

Response DeadlineMay 16

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

05/16/2026, 04:59:00 AM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Missile Defense Agency (mda)

Contacts1 person available

OfficeN/A

Organization / Agency

Department Of Defense → Missile Defense Agency (mda)

Office AddressN/A

Contacts

contact@example.gov

Full Description

Amendment 2 of the RFI has been posted, view attachment for full details.

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Amendment 1 of the RFI has been posted extending white paper submission to May 15, 2026.

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REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

Missile Defense System - Next (MDS-Next)

Capability Solutions for Strategic Architecture Thrust Areas

The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) is executing a strategic planning effort to inform future capability development and investment opportunities in response to the 2035+ projected threat environment. As part of this effort, the Agency has identified Strategic Architecture Thrust Areas representing priority focus areas for advancing missile defense capabilities in the 2035+ timeframe. These thrust areas reflect where the Agency is seeking new or alternative approaches to address future mission challenges and achieve improved mission outcomes.

This Request for Information (RFI) represents the transition from identifying and prioritizing strategic focus areas to evaluating solution approaches that can advance those areas. Responses will inform prioritization of capability areas and potential POM investment decisions.

For complete details on the RFI, see the attachment below.