Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Multiple Award Contract (MAC) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
Key Dates
Due Date
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Posted Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
FA8652 AFRL HQ AFRL/PK
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
FA8652-26-R-0001
NAICS
541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Classification Code
AC13
Additional Details
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Procurement Headquarters, located at Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio, has issued a formal solicitation for the AFRL Multiple Award Contract (AMAC), an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) vehicle under procurement identifier FA8652-26-R-0001. This opportunity is designed to establish a flexible contracting mechanism to support a broad range of Science and Technology (S&T) requirements for the Department of the Air Force, with a particular focus on research and development activities in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (excluding nanotechnology and biotechnology), as classified under NAICS code 541715.
The AMAC solicitation is being conducted as a full and open competition in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 15, utilizing a Request for Proposal (RFP) process. The government anticipates awarding multiple IDIQ contracts to responsible offerors whose proposals are determined to be in conformance with the RFP requirements. The contract structure allows for a five-year base period, with the possibility of three additional one-year option periods, providing a potential total period of performance of up to eight years. The aggregate ceiling for all contracts awarded under this vehicle is set at $10 billion, with individual order values to be determined based on the evolving needs of AFRL customers. Each awardee is guaranteed a minimum order of $500 upon contract issuance, but there is no guarantee of work beyond this minimum.
The scope of work under the AMAC IDIQ encompasses a diverse array of S&T requirements as detailed in the Statement of Objectives (SOO) included in the solicitation. Task orders issued under the contract may utilize various contract types, including Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF), and others, as appropriate to the specific requirement. The government will issue written orders in accordance with FAR Part 16.505, and the precise nature and scope of deliverables will be defined at the order level. Notably, foreign participation is not authorized for this procurement.
Offerors are required to submit their proposals electronically through the designated Enterprise Portal (acqbot.us), and any submissions made outside of this portal or in response to previous AMAC announcements will not be considered. The solicitation package includes several attachments, such as an updated Section M (Attachment 4), a Clarification Memo, and a summary of changes document to assist offerors in understanding recent amendments. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of amendments by completing and submitting the appropriate SF30 form as part of their proposal documentation.
The contracting entity for this procurement is the AFRL HQ AFRL/PK office, operating under the Department of the Air Force, Department of Defense. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is the AFRL AMAC Organization Box ([email protected]), with Mark Lucas ([email protected]) listed as a secondary contact. The place of performance for work awarded under this contract will be Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio.
This solicitation does not include any set-aside requirements; it is open to all qualified offerors. The government reserves the right to evaluate proposals and make awards without discussions, though it may elect to enter into discussions if deemed necessary. Contractors should be aware that the government will not entertain additional questions or comments regarding the RFP content beyond those already addressed in the provided Q&A attachment.
In summary, the AMAC IDIQ represents a significant opportunity for organizations with capabilities in advanced research and development within the physical, engineering, and life sciences domains to support the Air Force’s evolving S&T mission requirements. Interested parties should carefully review the solicitation documents, ensure compliance with all submission instructions, and direct any technical questions regarding the submission portal to [email protected].
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