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U.S. Department Of Defense·Texas

Strategic Talent and Assessment Research (STAR) Support

Closes 4/10/2026$10M – $50MRequest for Information
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Description

The United States Air Force is seeking information from technically capable small business firms to provide non-personal services for the Air Force Personnel Center (AFPC)/ Strategic Research & Assessment Branch (DSYX). The purpose of the program is to apply scientific evidence-based practices to optimize human capital management, mission capability, readiness, reduce attrition, and increase retention by improved selection, classification, and utilization assessment. The Service Provider (SP) shall provide a broad set of technical skills critical to the effectiveness of STAR, including psychometric expertise, programming, database management, research design, data analysis, assessment development, aviation psychology, and direct software and system engineering. Key aspects of the opportunity include: • The Air Force is seeking information from small business firms to provide non-personal services for the AFPC/ Strategic Research & Assessment Branch. • The purpose of the program is to optimize human capital management, mission capability, readiness, reduce attrition, and increase retention. • The Service Provider shall provide a broad set of technical skills critical to the effectiveness of STAR. • The contract is contemplated as an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a 5-year ordering period.

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Contact

Melissa Gonzalez(Contract Specialist)

[email protected]

Key dates

Opened
3/31/2026
Closes
4/10/2026

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Information
Industry
Aerospace and Defense
NAICS
541715
Solicitation №
FA300226R0015

Budget estimate

$10,000,000 – $50,000,000

The budget for this opportunity is not explicitly stated in the document. However, based on the fact that it is an IDIQ contract with a 5-year ordering period, it can be estimated that the budget will be significant. The contract will likely involve a large amount of work, including research, development, and assessment, which will require a substantial budget. A rough estimate for the budget could be in the range of $10 million to $50 million, considering the scope of work and the duration of the contract. However, this is a very rough estimate and the actual budget could be higher or lower, depending on the specific requirements of the contract and the capabilities of the Service Provider. Factors that may influence the likely payment range include the level of expertise required, the complexity of the work, and the resources needed to complete the project.

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