16th Air Force Commercial Solutions Opening

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Call, FA7037-23-S-C0001, is a competitive solicitation for technologies to meet the 16th Air Force's mission. The 16th Air Force seeks innovative and novel approaches for Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) to improve the speed and accuracy of Combat Support Database (CSDB) data production. The government anticipates a single award for an integrated solution covering these capability areas.

• Development of threat data files using available information from various classification levels (unclassified, SECRET, TOP SECRET/SCI).

• Determination of specific threat parameters including frequency, power, range, and missile flyout curves.

• Production of machine-readable, column-delimited Technical ELINT Reference Format (TERF) files.

• Utilization of government-provided software tools or proposal of alternative methods for threat model development and distribution.

• Regular deliveries of finished data products to the 57 IS.

• Capabilities to sense and provide near-instantaneous interpretation of EM spectrum data and information environment.

• Improvement of ISR collection, integration of information from space, cyberspace, human, and open sources.

• Advancement of capabilities in space, cyber, and human-derived intelligence, analytic expertise, and tools.

• The 57 IS intends to fund successful efforts in Fiscal Year 2026.

• Periods of performance are expected to be in the range of 1-5 years.

• Awards will be in the form of contracts or Other Transactions (OT) as codified in 10 U.S.C. §2371b.

• Only Firm Fixed Price (FFP) or Fixed Price Incentive (FPI) contracts may be awarded.

• The CSO Call is a two-step submission process.

• Step I: Submission of Quad Charts and White Papers by March 30, 2026. Offerors are encouraged to monitor Sam.gov for amendments.

• Step II: Invited Offerors will submit full proposals, including a Statement of Work (SOW) and detailed pricing, within 30 calendar days of notification.

• Evaluation Criteria (Step I): Technical merit/applicability, importance to 16th Air Force mission, and fund availability. All factors are of equal importance.

• Evaluation Method: Peer or scientific review.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Offerors must be considered responsible per FAR Part 9.1.

• Offerors must have a satisfactory performance record.

• This is a request for white papers for information and planning purposes; it is not a solicitation or commitment to award.

• No reimbursement will be made for costs associated with providing information.

• All submissions become Government property.

• Offerors are encouraged to submit unclassified white papers.

• Contact information for administrative and technical questions is provided.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Call, FA7037-23-S-C0001, is a competitive solicitation for technologies to meet the 16th Air Force's mission. The 57th Intelligence Squadron (57 IS) is responsible for technically documenting parametric information and performance attributes of threat systems for the Combat Support Database (CSDB). There is a growing demand from allied foreign nations for this threat data, and the 57 IS is seeking innovative capabilities to produce foreign-releasable threat data for a foreign-releasable threat system dataset. The solicitation covers two topics: 001, Electromagnetic Warfare (EW), and 006, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), specifically focusing on Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Threat Data Support.

• Develop innovative and novel material solutions for EW, including electromagnetic attack (EA), electromagnetic warfare support (ES), and electromagnetic protection (EP).

• Enable ISR Airmen to develop a comprehensive picture of the operational environment, improve collection and integration of information, and advance capabilities in space, cyber, and human-derived intelligence.

• Improve CSDB data production speed and accuracy.

• Produce threat data files using available information from approved sources at various classification levels (unclassified, SECRET, TOP SECRET/SCI).

• Deliver resulting models in a machine-readable, Technical ELINT Reference Format (TERF) file.

• Utilize or propose methods for threat model development and data transfer.

• Provide regular deliveries of finished data products to the 57 IS.

• The 57 IS intends to fund successful efforts in Fiscal Year 2026.

• Periods of performance are expected to be in the range of 1-5 years.

• Awards may be funded incrementally.

• Contracts awarded will be Firm Fixed Price (FFP) or Fixed Price Incentive (FPI).

• This is a two-step submission process.

• Step I: Submit Quad Charts and White Papers by March 4, 2026, 3:00 PM CST.

• Step II: Invited Offerors will submit full proposals.

• Evaluation Criteria (Step I): Technical merit/applicability, importance to 16th Air Force mission, and fund availability (all factors of equal importance).

• Evaluation Criteria (Step II): Technical merit, importance to agency programs, and fund availability.

• Not specified in the provided document.

• Offerors are encouraged to submit unclassified white papers.

• Proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should not be included in responses unless specific instructions are followed.

• All coordination and communication will be conducted via Beta Sam.Gov.

• Questions regarding administrative content should be directed to Ms. Carissa Heuertz; technical questions to Robert Hoyt.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov for Step II consideration.

• Attachments 1-7 provide detailed formatting and evaluation guidance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document appears to be a data sheet or specification list detailing various parameters for a system, likely related to radar or missile defense. It is organized by category (e.g., System Information, DIEQP Information, Power Characteristics, Transmitter, Antenna Characteristics, Missile Information, Air Defense Artillery) and lists specific field names associated with each category.

• System Information: Includes details like Emitter/Weapon Name, Emitter Function, and timing parameters (Detection to Designate Time, Designation to Launch Time).
• DIEQP Information: Relates to specific system designations and nomenclature.
• Power Characteristics: Covers transmission line loss, total system losses, and radar waveform.
• Transmitter: Details peak power and duty cycle.
• Antenna Characteristics: Encompasses polarization, beam characteristics (number, width, pattern), aperture distribution, sidelobe levels and positions, gain, and coverage angles.
• Scan Characteristics: Includes scan type, limits, slew rate, and illumination time.
• Pulse Characteristics: Details pulse duration, PRI, and PRF limits.
• Receiver: Covers noise figure, signal discernibility, and bandwidths.
• Processing: Includes pulse compression, Doppler processing, and integration parameters.
• Missile Information & Performance: Details range, launch angle, guidance type, seeker information, intercept parameters, altitude, speed, flyout time, and track quality.
• Missile Physical Characteristics: Includes body diameter, overall length, and mass.
• Missile Propulsion: Covers thrust, mass, diameter, and length for ejectors, boosters, and sustainers.
• Air Defense Artillery: Lists caliber, tactical and vertical/horizontal ranges, acquisition/handoff/track delays, muzzle velocity, and rate of fire.

This document provides a comprehensive list of technical specifications and performance parameters. Bidders should review this document to understand the detailed technical requirements and capabilities of the system or component being procured. It is crucial for assessing the feasibility of meeting these specifications and for developing accurate technical proposals and pricing.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Call, in accordance with 10 USC 3458, FAR 6.102(b)(c)(d), and DFARS 212.70, is a competitive solicitation for innovative technologies to meet the 16th Air Force's mission. The 16th Air Force seeks commercial approaches to address challenges in defensive cyber weapon systems, including resource allocation, critical skill gaps, training programs, and strengthening defensive cyber capabilities. The goal is to improve resource allocation, address skill gaps, enhance training, strengthen cyber capabilities, expand DAFIN cyberspace mission support, and ensure full operational capability of DAFIN-SOC OLs.

The solicitation focuses on two main topics:

• Topic 007: Air Force Information Network (AFIN): Seeking solutions to prevent, detect, and repel cyber-attacks; advance capabilities for installing, supporting, and preventing intrusions; enhance global communications network infrastructure; and improve AF computer hardware and software.
• Topic 016: Defense Cyberspace Operations (DCO) & Defense Cyberspace Operations-Internal Defense Measures (DCO-IDM): Seeking capabilities to defeat ongoing or imminent malicious cyberspace activity, protect data and networks, and dynamically reconfirm security within the defended network.

Specific capability needs include:

• Intelligent Security Operations Maintenance Support (24/7 monitoring, AI-driven anomaly detection, rapid fault detection).

• Adaptive Network Infrastructure Support (agile management, threat detection, automated backups, AI-powered optimization).

• Automated System Administration & End-User Support (intelligent user management, automated OS/application installation, streamlined troubleshooting).

• Proactive Cybersecurity Governance & Compliance (dynamic policy development, automated compliance checks).

• Strategic Project Management & Training (efficient IT project management, AI-driven training, smart inventory management).

• The period of performance is intended for Fiscal Year 2026, with a 4-year duration. Exceptions may be considered for individual projects based on technological maturity or operational need.

• Awards will be in the form of contracts or other transactions (OT) as codified in 10 U.S.C. §2371b.

• Only Firm Fixed Price (FFP) or Fixed Price Incentive (FPI) contracts may be awarded.

This is a two-step submission process:

• Step I: Submit a Quad Chart and White Paper by 3 February 2026. Submissions will be evaluated based on technical merit/applicability, importance to the 16th Air Force mission, and fund availability (all factors of equal importance). Evaluation method is peer or scientific review.
• Step II: Select offerors will be invited to submit a full proposal, including a Statement of Work (SOW) and detailed pricing. Offerors will have 45 calendar days to submit.

No specific set-asides are mentioned. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and be considered responsible prospective contractors.

• "Innovative" refers to new technologies, processes, or methods as of the submission date, or new applications thereof.
• White paper responses are not offers and cannot be accepted to form a binding contract.
• Funding is competitive and contingent upon fund availability.
• All submissions become Government property.
• Classified information will not be accepted.
• There are no specific Technology Readiness Level (TRL) requirements, but proposed solutions should be mature enough for assessment and potential demonstration within a year.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) solicitation from the 16th Air Force, authorized by 10 USC 3458 and DFARS 212.70. The CSO aims to competitively award contracts for innovative commercial items, technologies, and services based on proposals received. The goal is to acquire solutions that fulfill requirements, close capability gaps, or provide potential technology advancements, including new applications of existing technologies. All items, technologies, and services acquired under this CSO will be treated as commercial items.

This CSO is an umbrella solicitation and does not request white papers or proposals at this time. Specific requirements, topics, evaluation criteria, and proposal instructions will be detailed in "Calls" issued under this CSO. Potential offerors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for these Calls. The Calls will define broadly defined Topics and more specific problem topic interest areas. The 16th Air Force is seeking innovative and novel solutions across various "Areas of Interest," including:

• Electromagnetic Warfare (EW)
• Information Operations (IO)
• Electromagnetic Digital Communications
• Multi-Domain Innovation
• Weather and Climate Resources
• Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR)
• Air Force Information Network (AFIN)
• Geophysics and Seismology
• Air and Space
• Directed Energy Weapon (DEW)
• Nuclear and Nuclear-Related Materials Analysis
• Materials Modeling and Analysis
• Enterprise Wide Integration and Architecture Modernization
• Enterprise Asset and Lifecycle Management Improvements
• High Performance and Secure Cloud Computing and Dev Ops Solutions for Data Ingestion, Exploitation, and Dissemination
• Defense Cyberspace Operations (DCO) & Defense Cyberspace Operations-Internal Defense Measures (DCO-IDM)

Awards may result in FAR Part 12 contracts or Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs). The CSO remains open indefinitely with an annual update. The Government is not obligated to make any award and awards are subject to the availability of funds. The potential for an increase in value and level of effort for resultant awards exists.

This CSO utilizes a two-step process for Calls:

1. Submission of a white paper and/or proposal in response to a posted CSO Call.
2. Proposals will only be accepted from Offerors invited after Phase I review to submit a full proposal.

Small businesses must demonstrate the ability to safeguard their systems and data and meet the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) level required by each Call. Resources like Project Spectrum are available to assist small businesses. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and possess a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).

• Funding is not available at this time.
• Unsolicited proposals will not be accepted.
• Proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should not be included in responses.
• The Government reserves the right to amend solicitation requirements.
• Price will be determined fair and reasonable using market research.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Call, "CALL 0005," issued by the 16th Air Force, seeks innovative commercial approaches and technologies to address challenges in the Department of the Air Force's Information Network (DAFIN) and warfighter communications. The goal is to improve resource allocation, address critical skill gaps, enhance training, strengthen defensive cyber capabilities, expand DAFIN cyberspace mission support, and achieve full operational capability of DAFIN-SOCs. The solicitation focuses on two specific topics: Topic 007 (Air Force Information Network - AFIN) and Topic 016 (Defense Cyberspace Operations - DCO & DCO-IDM).

The Air Force is seeking solutions that will:

• Eliminate redundancies and streamline processes in defensive cyber weapon systems.
• Optimize resource allocation for enhanced operational effectiveness.
• Provide skilled subject matter expertise.
• Maintain Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) of defensive cyber weapon systems.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs.
• Improve governing, identification, protection, detection, response, and recovery of defensive cyber weapon system capabilities.
• Expand DAFIN cyberspace mission support.
• Ensure full operational capability of DAFIN-SOCs.

Specific capability needs include:

• Intelligent Security Operations Maintenance Support (24/7 monitoring, AI-driven anomaly detection, rapid fault detection, automated remediation).

• Adaptive Network Infrastructure Support (agile management, threat detection, automated backups, AI-powered optimization, scalable virtualized/cloud management).

• Automated System Administration & End-User Support (intelligent user account management, automated OS/application installation, streamlined troubleshooting, proactive security policy enforcement).

• Proactive Cybersecurity Governance & Compliance (dynamic policy development, automated compliance checks, streamlined Assessment and Authorization (A&A) support).

• Strategic Project Management & Training (efficient IT project management, AI-driven training, smart inventory management).

• Awards will be in the form of contracts or other transactions (OT).

• Funding is competitive and contingent upon fund availability.

• The government reserves the right to fund all, some, one, or none of the proposals, or fund only a portion of a proposal.

• Fiscal Year 2026 funding is anticipated with a period of performance of 4 years (exceptions may be considered).

• Contract types may be Firm Fixed Price (FFP) or Fixed Price Incentive (FPI).

• This is a two-step submission process:

  • Step I: Submit a Quad Chart and White Paper by 26 January 2026. Offerors are encouraged to monitor Sam.gov for amendments.
  • Step II: Select offerors from Step I will be invited to submit full proposals.

• Evaluation criteria for Step I include Technical Merit/Applicability, Importance to the 16th Air Force Mission, and Funds Availability. All factors are of equal importance.

• Evaluation method is peer or scientific review.

• White paper and quad chart submissions are to be sent to 16af.cso.workflow@us.af.mil with the subject line "CALL 005 OSCARS".

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Offerors must be considered responsible and have a satisfactory performance record.

• Offerors must possess required personnel security clearances and facility clearances for classified work.

• "Innovative" refers to new technologies, processes, or methods as of the proposal submission date.

• Proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should not be included in responses.

• White paper responses are not offers and do not form a binding contract.

• No reimbursement will be made for costs associated with responding.

• All submissions become Government property.

• There are no specific Technology Readiness Level (TRL) requirements, but proposed solutions should be mature enough for assessment and demonstration within a year (ideally).