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RFI: Engineering Subject Matter Expertise in supporting modernization of E-767 AWACS Fleet

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FA236326RXXX1Federal

Submission Closed05/23/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

This Request for Information (RFI) seeks input from potential sources capable of providing engineering expertise and technical support for the crypto modernization of the E-767 Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) fleet, with potential efforts in both CONUS and Japan. The government is not soliciting proposals or committing to a contract but aims to gather market intelligence on qualified entities that can perform comprehensive system-level integration, lab infrastructure management, cybersecurity accreditation, and maintenance of the Avionics Integration Lab at Boeing Field in Seattle, WA. Respondents must demonstrate capabilities in teardown, relocation, and reinstallation of AWACS systems; operation and modification of lab environments; execution of engineering and test activities including aerodynamic and SWaP analysis; ferry flights between Japan and the U.S.; and access to and use of proprietary engineering documents, Interface Control Documents, and verification databases. The RFI requires detailed responses on strategy for lab access, functional specification maintenance, and leadership of test events within the E-3 AWACS lab, all while ensuring compliance with physical and cyber security protocols. Responses are limited to ten single-spaced pages and must be submitted via email by May 23, 2026, to the designated contracting officers. All submissions must be unclassified and minimize proprietary content, clearly marked where applicable, and include administrative details such as company name, CAGE code, DUNS number, business size status under NAICS 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,500 employees, and security clearance level. Respondents must also indicate their ownership status, whether domestic or foreign, and any socioeconomic certifications such as small business, veteran-owned, or disadvantaged status. The government will not reimburse any costs associated with responding to this RFI and will not return submissions. Access to sensitive technical data is contingent upon adherence to established Non-Disclosure Agreements, and firms listed as Advisors and Assistance Services, Specialized Cost Services, or Federally Funded Research and Development Center contractors may review submissions under existing NDAs. No formal evaluation criteria, contract value, or award mechanism is established, as this solicitation serves purely as a planning tool to inform future procurement actions, which will be announced via SAM.gov should one be issued.

General Info

DoD seeks information for cryptographic upgrades on E-767 AWACS requiring system integration and testing.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA2363 Fms Awacs Aflcmc/hbiView Agency

NAICS

336411 - Aircraft ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Hanscom AFB, MA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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RFI for Engineering Support for E-767 AWACS Modernization

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RFI for Engineering Support for E-767 AWACS Crypto Modernization

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Timeline

1 update

PhaseClosed

PostedMay 8

Sources Sought

Amendment 1May 18

Contract was updated

Response DeadlineMay 23

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

05/23/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2363 Fms Awacs Aflcmc/hbi

Contacts2 people available

OfficeHANSCOM AFB, MA, 01731, USA

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Department Of Defense → FA2363 Fms Awacs Aflcmc/hbi

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Office AddressHANSCOM AFB, MA, 01731, USA

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Brett Clemens

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Allison Eacrett

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Full Description

18 MAY 2026 UPDATE: NAICS CODE UPDATE TO 336411 - Aircraft Manufacturing

THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY

1. Description
This is a Request for Information (RFI) as defined in RFO 15.101(c). This RFI is issued in order to identify qualified sources that can support the crypto modernization upgrade of E-767 Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS). In accordance with (IAW) RFO 15.101(c)., Request for Information or Solicitation for Planning Purposes, this RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes; it does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. This RFI does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. Further, the Air Force is not at this time seeking proposals and will not accept unsolicited proposals. Respondents are advised that the U.S. Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI; all costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the interested party’s expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP, if any is issued. If a solicitation is released, it will be synopsized on the Federal Business Opportunities (SAM.GOV) website. It is the responsibility of the potential respondents to monitor this site for additional information pertaining to this requirement.

2. Background
The International AWACS E-767 fleet will undergo crypto modernization upgrades in a location to be determined within CONUS with a potential effort in the country of Japan. Extensive maintenance, testing support, pilot crew support, and Engineering support specific to the platform is required for completion of the upgrades. System Lab infrastructure supports development, production, and sustainment programs during system and sub-system testing at Boeing Field, Seattle, WA in the Boeing Military Flight Center (MFC). The lab assets also support multiple international AWACS projects on a maintenance fee basis. The Avionics Integration Lab (AIL) is populated with Government Furnished Property (GFP) and incumbent-owned capital equipment. The AIL is utilized for both E-767 and E-3 Foreign Military Sales lab testing. The incumbent provides access, environmental and security functions.

3. Description of Requirements
Interested potential sources should respond by identifying their capabilities in providing the scope of work identified above. Respondents must be able to meet the requirements associated with:
a. teardown, packaging, relocation, installation, configuration, and process accreditation in a new location
b. AWACS E-3/E-767 system level integration (radar, sensors, communication, mission computing and the ground segment equipment ) capability to complement the GFP
c. manage Cyber Security and Physical security in plant
d. manage, operate, and maintain the AWACS system and sub-system infrastructure
e. installation of new hardware and software in the AWACS E-3 Lab
f. configuration, maintenance, operation, and modification of an AWACS E-3 Lab
g. perform engineering and integration analysis
h. perform test and evaluation on the AWACS E-3 Lab
i. perform cybersecurity and accreditation tasks on the AWACS E-3 Lab in plant
j. document architecture
k. develop and maintain lab scheduling
l. develop installation and setup procedures
m. develop test and evaluation procedures
n. provide subject matter expertise in engineering and system labs tests within AWACS E-3 Labs
o. provide a prime contract with access to specified engineering draws and specifications of the E-767 AWACS
Respondents to this RFI should provide information on how they would conduct system and subsystem infrastructure activities, overarching weapon system engineering, and integration test engineering. Respondents will detail how they will accomplish a-i below:
a. strategy to gain access to AWACS System Lab
b. obtain access to AWACS Specifications, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and verification methods/data bases used for modernization verification and qualification for the AWACS E-3 Lab
c. maintain and administer the AWACS Functional Specifications within the infrastructure for the AWACS E-3 Lab
d. perform E-767 aerodynamic, electromagnetic interference, and Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) Analysis
e. conduct engineering, verification, and qualification testing of aircraft and ground systems
f. conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of the E-767 AWACS
g. ferry flight E-767 aircraft between the country of Japan and CONUS locations
h. support and execute contractor-led developmental test activities, including planning, coordination, and conduct of platform-specific testing at government and/or commercial test facilities, in coordination with the Government test team and applicable range authorities.
i. lead test events within the E-3 AWACS systems labs

4. Responses
Your response shall not exceed ten (10) 8.5x11 inch, single spaced, single sided pages in length. Responses to this RFI will only be accepted via email. Send your response to the Contracting Officer, Mr. Brett Clemens brett.clemens.1@us.af.mil and Contract Specialist Allison Eacrett allison.eacrett@us.af.mil no later than 15 calendar days after publication of this announcement. Responses must be unclassified. Proprietary information, if any, should be minimized and must be clearly marked. Please be advised that submission will not be returned.
Section 1 of your paper shall provide administrative information pertinent to the business unit responding to the RFI. Provide the following Business Unit Information:
QUALIFICATION INFORMATION:
Company / Institute Name:
Address:
Point of Contact:
CAGE Code:
DUNS number:
Phone Number:
E-mail Address:
A statement as to whether your company is large or small business under NAICS code 336411 - Aircraft Manufacturing, size standard 1500 employees. Also indicate if you are: A non-profit entity, a small business, a small disadvantaged business, Section 8(a) small business, woman-owned small business, a veteran owned small business, service-disabled veteran-owned small business, an economically disadvantaged women-owned small business or a Hub Zone small business.
A statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned (if foreign, please indicate the country of ownership).
The security clearance level of the respondent.
Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS), Specialized Cost Services (SCS) and Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) contractors will be reviewing data submitted in response to this RFI. Employees of the companies listed below have standard Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA) available to the Government contracting offices. If additional NDAs are required please contact the Contracting Officer 5 days prior to submittal of your RFI response.
The list of A&AS/SCS/FFRDC contractors at Hanscom AFB are as follows:
Odyssey Systems Consulting Group
Oasis Systems LLC
Quantech Services Inc.
MITRE Corporation
Torch Technologies
Georgia Tech Research Institute

5. Questions
Questions regarding this announcement shall be submitted in writing by e-mail to the Contracting Officer and Contracts Specialists. Verbal questions will not be accepted. Questions will be answered by e-mail; accordingly, questions shall not contain proprietary or classified information. The Government does not guarantee that questions received after 7 days of the publication date of this RFI will be answered.

THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY

6. Summary
THIS RFI IS ISSUED SOLELY FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION. THE GOVERNMENT DOES NOT INTEND TO AWARD A CONTRACT ON THE BASIS OF THIS RFI, AND RESPONSES TO THIS NOTICE ARE NOT OFFERS AND CANNOT BE ACCEPTED BY THE GOVERNMENT TO FORM A BINDING CONTRACT. RESPONSES TO THIS RFI WILL NOT BE RETURNED.

NOTE: This RFI is not related to Notice ID FA236325RB005P00000 Radio System Upgrade (RSU) for International Airborne Advance Warning and Control System (AWACS)