2026 PAE - Maneuver Air Industry Days, Fort Rucker, AL
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W6QM MICC-FT RUCKER
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The United States Army Aviation Center of Excellence, operating under the Department of Defense and the Department of the Army, has issued a Special Notice regarding the upcoming Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) Maneuver – Air Industry Days, themed “Delivering Capability Today.” This event is scheduled to take place from August 24 to August 26, 2026, at Fort Rucker, Alabama. The primary purpose of this industry engagement is to foster meaningful interaction between aviation industry professionals and senior military leaders, with the overarching goal of communicating the Army’s modernization strategy and promoting collaborative efforts.
The scope of the Industry Days encompasses several key objectives: facilitating direct dialogue between industry and military stakeholders, providing a platform for industry representatives to showcase their current capabilities, and encouraging the exchange of ideas that support the Army’s ongoing modernization initiatives. The event is designed to inform and align industry partners with the Army’s strategic vision, ensuring that future acquisitions and technological advancements are responsive to operational needs.
The contracting entity responsible for this notice is W6QM MICC-FT RUCKER, a federal office within the Army’s contracting structure. The place of performance is Fort Rucker, Alabama, a central hub for Army aviation activities. The notice is currently active and was posted on April 30, 2026, with a response deadline set for August 28, 2026. Interested parties are encouraged to review the notice and its attachments for registration details and further instructions, as the first amendment to the notice specifically updates the registration link.
This opportunity is classified as a Special Notice, indicating that it is not a solicitation for procurement but rather an invitation for industry engagement and information exchange. There are no set-aside requirements or procurement-specific deliverables associated with this notice; instead, the focus is on collaboration, capability demonstration, and strategic communication. Contractors and industry representatives with expertise in aviation technology, modernization, and capability development are encouraged to participate, as the event offers a unique forum to align their offerings with Army priorities and to network with key decision-makers.
For additional information, including registration and event details, interested parties should consult the official notice on SAM.gov (Opportunity ID: 297b8492ee20494dae439eb1d964bd69) and review the provided attachments. The event is expected to remain consistent in its objectives and format throughout its lifecycle, serving as a cornerstone for ongoing industry-military collaboration in support of Army aviation modernization.