Defense Production Act Title III Expansion of Domestic Production Capability and Capacity

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is seeking proposals for the expansion of domestic production capability and capacity under the Defense Production Act Title III. The goal is to establish or expand production capability for alane, a high-energy density fuel. Proposals should include a technical and cost proposal, as well as proof of meeting the domestic source requirement. The evaluation criteria include manufacturing capability and experience, quality of technical approach, business viability, merchant supplier orientation, and cost/price. The estimated funding for this opportunity is $9 billion, with a cost-sharing requirement. The project duration is estimated to be 84 months. • The proposal should include a technical discussion, summary business plan, and statement of work. • The page limit for the technical proposal is 50 pages, with specific limits for each section. • The cost proposal should include a detailed breakdown of costs and a funding profile. • The evaluation criteria will be used to determine the overall merit of the proposal and the potential for award.