INTELLIGENT SERVICES ARCHITECTURE FOR POINT DEFENSE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force (AFRL) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought (RFI) for Intelligent Services Architecture for Point Defense. This initiative seeks advanced software solutions and architectural frameworks, including Government Reference Architectures (GRAs) and intelligent AI agents, to enable autonomous and adaptable Point Defense capabilities against Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) threats. The government anticipates a potential investment of $50-100M for the operational challenge. Responses are due May 13, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This Request for Information (RFI) from the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Technology Transition Office (TTO), aims to gather information on innovative solutions for Point Defense. The focus is on advancing Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) and Counter-UAS capabilities, directly supporting Air Base Air Defense (ABAD) and broader USAF Force Design Mission Areas. The goal is to identify adaptable, intelligent, autonomy-enabled capabilities that integrate with existing ABAD architectures, providing agnostic services configurable for specific Areas of Responsibility (AORs), critical assets, and threat pictures.
Key Requirements
Respondents should provide information on:
- Government Reference Architectures (GRAs) for Point Defense: Including past experience, lessons learned, utilization of standards, and identification/mitigation of limitations.
- Intelligent Services, Autonomy, and AI Agents: Demonstrating capabilities in automated decision and resource management, intelligent employment of effects, integration with specific data models, and architectural recommendations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Anticipated Investment: $50-100M for the operational challenge.
- Response Due: May 13, 2026, by 16:00 EST.
- Published: April 29, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
This RFI is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses should be limited to 10 pages and must detail tangible, existing capabilities or previously/actively funded development efforts, categorizing their funding status. Marketing 'fluff' or theoretical concepts will not be considered. The government is seeking knowledge to inform future investment strategies.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage).
- Eligibility: Broad industry participation is encouraged, including U.S. and non-U.S. firms. Prospective contractors must be registered in SAM to be awarded a DoD contract.
Additional Notes
Classified responses are welcome via SIPRNet and JWICS. Email communication is preferred for inquiries and submissions. Contact Ryan Sims (ryan.sims.2@us.af.mil) for questions. Check Sam.gov for any updates.