Request for Whitepapers: AEDC Velocity Alliance - A Multi-Billion Dollar OTA Consortium Opportunity

Key Dates

Due Date

Posted Date

Agency & Value

Agency

FA9101 AEDC PKP PROCRMNT BR

Contract Value

Not provided

Codes & Classification

Solicitation Number

FA9101-26-9-Velocity_Alliance

NAICS

541330 - Engineering Services

Classification Code

AC13

Additional Details

Set Aside

None

Place of Performance

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SourceSAM

The Department of the Air Force, through the Air Force Test Center (AFTC) and Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC), has issued a solicitation for the AEDC Velocity Alliance—a strategic, multi-billion dollar Other Transaction Authority (OTA) consortium opportunity. This initiative, authorized under 10 U.S.C. § 4022, is designed to accelerate the modernization of the nation’s test infrastructure in direct support of next-generation defense systems and the broader objectives of the National Defense Strategy. The AEDC Velocity Alliance aims to establish a robust, pre-qualified industrial base capable of executing a diverse portfolio of complex engineering and construction projects. Once the consortium is established, all project opportunities will be competed exclusively among Alliance members, ensuring a streamlined and competitive environment for the delivery of critical test infrastructure modernization. The onboarding process for consortium membership will occur in multiple phases, with key dates outlined for industry participation. The first onboarding opportunity requires submission of questions by May 1, 2026 (COB), whitepapers by June 1, 2026 (COB), and participation in a mandatory site visit between June 1 and June 30, 2026. The anticipated live date for the consortium is July 1, 2026. A second onboarding window is scheduled, with whitepapers due by September 1, 2026, and site visits occurring throughout September 2026. The Request for Whitepapers will remain open for new submissions until September 30, 2032, allowing for ongoing opportunities to join the Alliance. Interested and qualified vendors are strongly encouraged to review all attached documents to ensure compliance with mandatory onboarding criteria. Whitepaper submissions must address all requirements as detailed in the solicitation and its amendments. The primary North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this opportunity is 541330 (Engineering Services), which will be used to determine size standards for consortium onboarding. However, the primary NAICS code for individual project opportunities may differ and will be specified in each Project Opportunity Announcement. The primary Product Service Code (PSC) is AC13 (National Defense R&D Services; Department of Defense - Military; Experimental Development), though other codes fitting the program’s objectives may also be applicable. The contracting activity is managed by the AEDC Procurement Branch (FA9101 AEDC PKP PROCRMNT BR), a federal office under the Department of Defense and the Department of the Air Force. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Greggory Jones ([email protected]), with Brooke Vandeman ([email protected]) serving as the secondary contact. This solicitation is classified as active and is posted on SAM.gov under Opportunity ID a5169a145e2740038f6184de1586a1f9. Interested parties can access the full solicitation and all amendments, including Q&A documents and program objectives, via the provided SAM.gov link. Contractors considering this opportunity should note that participation in the AEDC Velocity Alliance offers access to a pipeline of significant engineering and construction projects supporting national defense priorities. Membership in the consortium is a prerequisite for competing on these projects, and the onboarding process is rigorous, requiring careful attention to the solicitation’s requirements and deadlines. The scope of work will remain focused on the modernization of test infrastructure, with deliverables and objectives tailored to advancing the capabilities of the Department of the Air Force and the broader defense community. For further information, contractors are advised to consult the official solicitation documents and direct any questions to the designated contacts.

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