Combat Air Force Contracted Air Support (CAF CAS)
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, specifically HQ ACC AMIC, has issued a Solicitation for Combat Air Force Contracted Air Support (CAF CAS). This program aims to secure non-personal services to provide realistic advanced adversary air threats (ADAIR) and Contracted Close Air Support (CCAS) for pilot combat readiness and Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) training. Responses are due by June 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The CAF CAS program requires contractors to deliver comprehensive air support services, including but not limited to:
- Providing realistic advanced adversary air threats (ADAIR) for pilot combat readiness training.
- Delivering Contracted Close Air Support (CCAS) sorties to facilitate JTAC training.
- Supporting both CONUS and OCONUS operations for the Air Force and DoD.
- Supplying all necessary components: aircraft, aircraft systems support, pilots, aircraft maintenance, support equipment, and program, quality, and contract management.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Product Service Code: U006 (Vocational/Technical)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 15, 2026, 4:00 PM Z
- Published Date: May 12, 2026, 6:06 PM Z
Evaluation
Evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided information.
Additional Notes
This opportunity utilizes the PIEE Solicitation Module. Interested parties should refer to the provided links for the PIEE Solicitation Module, web-based training, and registration instructions. The Department of Defense Procurement Toolbox is also referenced.