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Structural Polymer Matrix Composite Development

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Response Deadline09/20/2027, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract, titled Structural Polymer Matrix Composite Development, supports prime contractors on Air Force Research Laboratory projects under the Department of Defense. The scope of work involves the development of computational tools and disruptive processing methods for structural polymer matrix composites, with a specific focus on simulating manufacturing processes and performing nanomaterials fabrication. Additionally, the project integrates multifunctional materials designed for structural directed energy hardening through the application of polymer chemistry and composite manufacturing techniques. The contract requires the delivery of new processing methods, fabricated samples, and simulation tools. Performance will take place at Wright Patterson AFB. The opportunity was posted on April 22, 2026, with a response deadline of September 20, 2027, and is categorized under NAICS code 326199.

General Info

Subcontract for AFRL to develop polymer matrix composite tools and nanomaterials fabrication.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA8650 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl/pzl

NAICS

326199 - All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Wright Patterson AFB, OH, 45433, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA8650-18-S-5010.

The full solicitation package (12 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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PostedApr 22

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Response DeadlineSep 20

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09/20/2027, 08:00:00 PM UTCin 11 months

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8650 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl/pzl

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8650 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl/pzl

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Develops computational tools and disruptive processing methods for structural polymer matrix composites (PMCs) for prime contractors on Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) projects. Simulates PMC manufacturing, integrates multifunctional materials for structural directed energy hardening, and performs nanomaterials fabrication. Utilizes polymer chemistry and composite manufacturing techniques. Delivers new processing methods, fabricated samples, and simulation tools.

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