Engineering Subject Matter Expertise in supporting modernization of E-767 AWA...

18 MAY 2026 UPDATE: NAICS CODE UPDATE TO  336411 - Aircraft Manufacturing  THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY 1. Description This is a Request for Information (RFI) as defined in RFO 15.101(c). This RFI is issued in order to identify qualified sources that can support the crypto modernization upgrade of E-767 Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS). In accordance with (IAW) RFO 15.101(c)., Request for Information or Solicitation for Planning Purposes, this RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes; it does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. This RFI does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. Further, the Air Force is not at this time seeking proposals and will not accept unsolicited proposals. Respondents are advised that the U.S. Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI; all costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the interested party’s expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP, if any is issued. If a solicitation is released, it will be synopsized on the Federal Business Opportunities (SAM.GOV) website. It is the responsibility of the potential respondents to monitor this site for additional information pertaining to this requirement. 2. Background The International AWACS E-767 fleet will undergo crypto modernization upgrades in a location to be determined within CONUS with a potential effort in the country of Japan. Extensive maintenance, testing support, pilot crew support, and Engineering support specific to the platform is required for completion of the upgrades. System Lab infrastructure supports development, production, and sustainment programs during system and sub-system testing at Boeing Field, Seattle, WA in the Boeing Military Flight Center (MFC). The lab assets also support multiple international AWACS projects on a maintenance fee basis. The Avionics Integration Lab (AIL) is populated with Government Furnished Property (GFP) and incumbent-owned capital equipment. The AIL is utilized for both E-767 and E-3 Foreign Military Sales lab testing. The incumbent provides access, environmental and security functions. 3. Description of Requirements Interested potential sources should respond by identifying their capabilities in providing the scope of work identified above. Respondents must be able to meet the requirements associated with: a. teardown, packaging, relocation, installation, configuration, and process accreditation in a new location b. AWACS E-3/E-767 system level integration (radar, sensors, communication, mission computing and the ground segment equipment ) capability to complement the GFP c. manage Cyber Security and Physical security in plant d. manage, operate, and maintain the AWACS system and sub-system infrastructure e. installation of new hardware and software in the AWACS E-3 Lab f. configuration, maintenance, operation, and modification of an AWACS E-3 Lab g. perform engineering and integration analysis h. perform test and evaluation on the AWACS E-3 Lab i. perform cybersecurity and accreditation tasks on the AWACS E-3 Lab in plant j. document architecture k. develop and maintain lab scheduling l. develop installation and setup procedures m. develop test and evaluation procedures n. provide subject matter expertise in engineering and system labs tests within AWACS E-3 Labs o. provide a prime contract with access to specified engineering draws and specifications of the E-767 AWACS Respondents to this RFI should provide information on how they would conduct system and subsystem infrastructure activities, overarching weapon system engineering, and integration test engineering. Respondents will detail how they will accomplish a-i below: a. strategy to gain access to AWACS System Lab b. obtain access to AWACS Specifications, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and verification methods/data bases used for modernization verification and qualification for the AWACS E-3 Lab c. maintain and administer the AWACS Functional Specifications within the infrastructure for the AWACS E-3 Lab d. perform E-767 aerodynamic, electromagnetic interference, and Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) Analysis e. conduct engineering, verification, and qualification testing of aircraft and ground systems f. conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of the E-767 AWACS g. ferry flight E-767 aircraft between the country of Japan and CONUS locations h. support and execute contractor-led developmental test activities, including planning, coordination, and conduct of platform-specific testing at government and/or commercial test facilities, in coordination with the Government test team and applicable range authorities. i. lead test events within the E-3 AWACS systems labs 4. Responses Your response shall not exceed ten (10) 8.5x11 inch, single spaced, sing