Advanced Infrared Countermeasures (AIRCM)

The United States Air Force is conducting market research to identify partners capable of executing the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E), A-Kit production, integration, and installation required to incorporate an Advanced Infrared Countermeasures (AIRCM) system onto the HH-60W weapon system. The selected AIRCM system will be provided to the contractor as Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE). The effort is focused on identifying vendors with the comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and technical depth to execute the entire integration scope of work. Some key points to consider include: • The absence of a capable AIRCM system on the HH-60W platform significantly increases the risk of infrared-guided missile engagement, jeopardizing mission success, aircraft survivability, and crew safety. • The government is considering two potential solutions: the Common Infrared Countermeasure (CIRCM) system or the Distributed Aperture Infrared Countermeasure (DAIRCM) system. • The contractor will be responsible for all structural, mechanical, and electrical modifications required for the HH-60W platform. • The effort requires the complete integration of the AIRCM system with all existing HH-60W avionics, mission computers, and data buses. • The contractor shall be responsible for establishing a Parts Management Program in accordance with MIL-STD-3018.