REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) KC-46 SW Integration Sustainment & Support (K-SWISS)

The United States Air Force KC-46 Program Office has issued Request for Information RFI-AFLCMC-KSWISS-2026 to identify capable sources for the K-SWISS program. The government is seeking a lead System Integrator to manage the entire KC-46 software enterprise, which includes integrating software modifications from various original equipment manufacturers and suppliers such as Boeing, GE, Eaton, Collins, and Raytheon. Key responsibilities involve providing total lifecycle software support, managing airworthiness and cybersecurity compliance, and coordinating the test, certification, and deployment of software releases. The scope specifically requires expertise in segregating unclassified data from classified mission networks, managing cybersecurity tools like McAfee VirusScan and Cisco IPS, and supporting the FAA's four Stages of Involvement process. This RFI is for market research and planning purposes under NAICS 336413 and does not constitute a formal Request for Proposal. Interested parties must submit a capability package by December 11, 2026, detailing their experience with large-scale avionics software integration and their alignment with DoD 5000.87 agile development processes. Submissions must include a prospective business identification section featuring the company's UEI, Cage Code, security clearance level, and past performance. The response is limited to a 10-page capability package and must be submitted to the KC-46 Program Office at Wright Patterson AFB.