DAF Battle Network "Megatron" MAC IDIQ

Key Dates

Due Date

Posted Date

Agency & Value

Agency

FA8612 AFLCMC C3BM C3

Contract Value

Not provided

Codes & Classification

Solicitation Number

FA861227RB001

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Classification Code

AC13

Additional Details

Set Aside

SBP

Place of Performance

SourceSAM

Documents1

The Department of the Air Force (DAF), through the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) C3BM C3 office, has issued a Special Notice regarding the DAF Battle Network (DBN) "Megatron" Multiple Award Contract (MAC) Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) vehicle. This procurement, identified under FA861227RB001, is designed to establish an agile and competitive contracting framework to rapidly deliver capabilities and address the full spectrum of Program Acquisition Enterprise (PAE) Command, Control, Communications, Battle Management (C3BM) requirements throughout the program lifecycle. **Purpose and Scope** The DBN "Megatron" MAC IDIQ is envisioned as a hybrid supply and service contract vehicle. Its primary purpose is to support the development, procurement, assembly, delivery, and sustainment of PAE C3BM product lines. The contract will enable customers to acquire mission-critical capabilities across several domains, including digital architecture, sensor integration, secure processing, connectivity, applications, and synthetic environment development. These capabilities are intended to integrate U.S. Air Force (USAF) and U.S. Space Force (USSF) C3 programs, ultimately delivering a resilient decision advantage to the Department of Defense. **Key Requirements and Objectives** The contract vehicle is structured to address a broad array of requirements, including but not limited to: - Development and integration of digital architectures and secure processing solutions - Sensor integration and connectivity enhancements - Application development and synthetic environment creation - Support for the full lifecycle of C3BM product lines, from initial development through sustainment The DBN MAC IDIQ will be competed under FAR Part 15 Source Selection procedures and is designed to be decentralized, allowing all DAF program offices and Department of the Air Force (DoW) agencies to place orders as needed. **Set-Aside and Pool Structure** The procurement features both a Small Business Pool (SBP) and an unrestricted pool of awardees, ensuring opportunities for small businesses while also accommodating larger entities capable of meeting the program’s complex requirements. **Contracting Entity and Classification** - **Contracting Entity:** FA8612 AFLCMC C3BM C3 (Federal Office) - **Department:** Department of Defense, Department of the Air Force - **NAICS Code:** 541715 – Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) - **Product Service Code:** AC13 **Engagement and Communication** The Special Notice serves as the official landing page for all DBN "Megatron" MAC IDIQ communications on SAM.gov. Interested industry partners are encouraged to "Follow" the notice to receive automated updates regarding program schedules, draft Statement of Work (SOW) releases, solicitation documents, and Industry Day event details. **Industry Day and Draft SOW** A Virtual Industry Day was scheduled for 07 October 2026, though it was postponed due to technical difficulties. Registrants who were previously vetted remain active, and updates regarding the rescheduled event will be posted on the notice page. The Government has released a draft SOW for industry review, with controlled access via SAM.gov. Feedback and questions must be submitted using the provided template by 30 September 2026 at 1700 EDT. **Access to Controlled Documents** Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) documents, including the draft SOW and feedback template, are available under controlled access. Only users with the appropriate SAM.gov roles (Opportunities Administrator or Data Entry) and active entity registrations may request access. The Government will not distribute these files via email or alternate channels. **Timeline and Anticipated Milestones** - **Draft SOW Release:** Early September 2026 - **Draft RFP Release:** Updated to post after the Virtual Industry Day (originally targeted for Q4 FY26) - **Final RFP Release:** Anticipated mid Q1 FY27 - **Contract Award:** Targeted for Q3 FY27 **Contact Information** - **Primary Contact:** Julie Payne, Procurement Contracting Officer - **Email:** [email protected] **Special Considerations** - The contract vehicle is intended to be highly responsive and flexible, supporting rapid delivery of advanced C3BM capabilities. - Strict access controls are in place for controlled documents; all access must be managed through the SAM.gov portal. - The Government is not authorized to distribute controlled documents via email or other non-SAM.gov channels. - No one-on-one sessions will be scheduled for Industry Day due to anticipated high interest. **Summary** The DBN "Megatron" MAC IDIQ represents a significant opportunity for contractors specializing in research, development, integration, and sustainment of advanced C3BM systems. The contract’s hybrid structure, broad technical scope, and inclusion of both small business and unrestricted pools make it accessible to a wide range of industry partners. Interested parties should monitor the SAM.gov notice for updates, adhere to controlled access procedures for sensitive documents, and engage with the program’s feedback and Industry Day activities to remain informed and competitive as the procurement progresses.