Description
The Air Force Cryptologic Office (AFCO) is issuing a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) to acquire innovative commercial technologies and services in Electromagnetic Warfare (EW), Information Operations (IO), electromagnetic digital communications, and multi‑domain innovation. The effort is structured as a two‑phase competition: Phase I requires a concise Quad Chart and a two‑page white paper; Phase II (invited only) demands a full technical and price proposal. Funding is highly competitive, with anticipated contract values ranging from $50 K to $50 M and performance periods of 1‑5 years. Successful proposals will support a field demonstration within a year and may be awarded on a Firm Fixed‑Price or Fixed‑Price‑Incentive basis.
• Target technologies: EW data fusion, AI/ML‑driven signal processing, generative/autonomous AI for IO, novel electromagnetic digital communications methods, and integrated multi‑domain solutions.
• Submission format: Phase I – Quad Chart (1‑page) + White Paper (≤2 pages); Phase II – Technical proposal (≤10 pages), price proposal (Excel/PDF), and a Statement of Work.
• Eligibility: Must be registered in SAM, have required clearances for any classified work, and be capable of delivering a prototype/demo within ~12 months.
• Funding range: $50 K – $50 M over the contract life; higher‑value awards require phased options and strong cost‑benefit justification.
• Evaluation criteria: Technical merit, relevance to AFCO/CM mission, and fund availability; selections are made via peer/scientific review.