Request for Whitepaper - AEDC Facility Digital Twins and Predictive Analytics

The Department of the Air Force, through the Arnold Engineering Development Complex Procurement Branch, is seeking whitepapers to establish an Other Transaction Agreement under 10 U.S.C. § 4022 for the development of digital twins and predictive analytics capabilities at AEDC facilities. This solicitation, identified by number FA910126RWP-DigitalTwins, aims to leverage advanced modeling and simulation technologies to enhance the operational efficiency, maintenance planning, and performance prediction of critical aerospace test systems. Respondents are expected to demonstrate innovative approaches that integrate real-time data with digital representations of physical assets to enable proactive decision-making and reduce downtime. The NAICS code 541330 indicates the focus on scientific research and development services, and the effort will be performed at Arnold Air Force Base in Tennessee. The deadline for submitting whitepapers is August 28, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time, with the solicitation posted on August 7, 2026. Proposals must be submitted through the SAM.gov portal and should align with the objectives outlined in the attached documentation. Erica Anglin of the Air Force serves as the primary point of contact for inquiries, accessible via email at erica.anglin@us.af.mil. This initiative is open to all qualified entities without set-aside restrictions and represents a strategic move to modernize AEDC’s testing infrastructure through cutting-edge digital technologies.