Manufacturing Research and Technology Development Open Period

The Air Force Research Laboratory, Foundational Technologies Directorate, is seeking manufacturing technology research and development focused on strengthening defense manufacturing capabilities. The research effort falls under the technical area of Manufacturing and Industrial Technologies. The deliverables under this contract will include data items, software, hardware, and other items to be determined based on the proposal. The period of performance is anticipated to be between 12 to 40 months with a 3-month reporting period. • The Air Force is seeking white papers on manufacturing technology research and development • The research effort may require up to a SECRET facility security clearance and SECRET safeguarding capability • Export control may apply, and a certified DD Form 2345 may be required with proposal submission • The Air Force anticipates awarding multiple awards for this announcement, with a total estimated program cost of $499 million and maximum individual awards not exceeding $50 million