DRAFT RFP for Enduring-High Energy Laser Production Effort
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 U.S. Army Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) Fires has issued a Draft RFP for the Enduring-High Energy Laser (E-HEL) Production Effort. This presolicitation notice is intended for information and planning purposes to verify the feasibility of requirements and promote competition for the rapid fielding of advanced laser weapon systems. Comments and questions are due by February 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
The primary objective is the production and rapid fielding of up to twenty-four (24) E-HEL systems. The requirement encompasses:
- Production of E-HEL units and associated spares.
- Engineering services and risk reduction special studies.
- Contractor Logistics Support (CLS).
- Compliance with the System Performance Spec (SPS) and Performance Work Statement (PWS).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Draft RFP (Presolicitation)
- Pricing Structure: Anticipated mix of Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF).
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: February 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.
- Reference Number: DRFP-W50RAJ26RA001.
Submission & Access
This is not a request for proposals; no proposals should be submitted at this time. Interested parties should submit feedback electronically to Sydney Horn and Kendra Taylor.
Note on CUI: The PWS, SPS, and CDRLs are marked as Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). To review these documents, vendors must email the POCs with their intention to provide feedback to receive access via DoD SAFE.
Additional Notes
The Government will use industry feedback to finalize the formal RFP. Potential offerors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for the final solicitation release and any subsequent amendments.