AFSOC Innovation, Logistical, and Material Support OTA
Overview
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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 Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) is soliciting proposals for an Innovation, Logistical, and Material Support Prototype Other Transaction Agreement (OTA). This OTA, issued under 10 U.S.C. § 4022, seeks rapid development and integration of innovative capabilities from industry partners. AFSOC encourages participation from non-traditional defense contractors, small businesses, and innovative commercial firms. Proposals are due February 16, 2026, by 1400 CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide flexible, turnkey support for innovation, prototyping, and experimentation. This includes:
- Procurement of materials, COTS equipment, and custom hardware.
- Logistics coordination and vendor travel.
- Access to private or controlled range spaces with safety oversight.
- On-demand technical consultation and Subject Matter Expert (SME) support.
- Integration of emerging technologies (e.g., AI, ML, c-UAS, cyber, tactical networking).
- Design, integration, and deployment of custom tactical networks and UAS.
- Additive and subtractive manufacturing for rapid prototyping.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Prototype Other Transaction Agreement (OTA).
- Period of Performance: Ordering period from March 2, 2026, to March 1, 2031.
- Place of Performance: Primarily contractor facilities or designated range spaces. Contractor facilities must be within 3 miles of Hurlburt Field, FL; range spaces within 55 miles of Hurlburt Field, FL.
- Pricing: Work Orders may be cost-shared, fixed-support, or hybrid, negotiated at the Work Order level. A minimum one-third non-Federal cost share is required for prototype projects.
- NAICS Code: 541715 (R&D in Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences), size standard 1,000 employees.
- Set-Aside: None specified, but participation is encouraged from non-traditional defense contractors, small businesses, and innovative commercial firms.
Submission & Evaluation
- Response Deadline: February 16, 2026, by 1400 CST.
- Questions Due: February 6, 2026.
- Proposal Format: Electronic PDF, not exceeding 20 pages (excluding Security Annex).
- Evaluation Criteria (in order of importance): Technical Merit, Relevant Experience & Past Performance, Facilities and Location.
Special Considerations
This OTA is not subject to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), except as specifically incorporated. Some task orders may involve classified information up to TOP SECRET/SCI. Offerors must demonstrate capability to support classified efforts by submitting a Security Annex detailing Facility Clearance (FCL) status, personnel clearances, secure facilities, and classified information handling procedures.