Request for Information (RFI) for a Family of Affordable Mass Missiles – Beyond Adversary’s Reach (FAMM-BAR)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Armament Directorate, is conducting market research through this Request for Information (RFI) for a Family of Affordable Mass Missiles – Beyond Adversary’s Reach (FAMM-BAR). The purpose is to identify potential sources capable of designing, developing, and manufacturing adaptable and affordable mass missiles for the U.S. Government and Foreign Military Sales. Responses are due by April 29, 2026, at 1700 hrs EST.
Scope of Work
The program seeks a single, common, air-to-surface munition that is affordable, adaptable, and possesses significant standoff range. Key performance attributes include a range of ≥ 1000 NM, speed of ≥ 0.7 Mach, targeting slow-moving maritime assets, and mid-course navigation. The primary deployment method is Palletized (from cargo aircraft), with a secondary Lugged method (from fighter and additional aircraft). Information is also requested on the munition's ability to be delivered from air-to-surface and surface-to-surface by Army and Navy systems, purely for information gathering. Anticipated manufacturing rate per vendor is ≥ 1,000 AUR per year.
Contract & Timeline
This is an RFI for market research and planning purposes only; it does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to contract. The potential procurement objective is to produce an inventory for 5 years, with annual production orders ranging from 1000-2000 units per year. Responses should consider meeting criteria for an Other Transaction Authority (OTA) Agreement (10 U.S.C. § 4022).
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 29, 2026, 1700 hrs EST
- Published: April 20, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit a white paper via email only to AFLCMC.EBIW.Contracting@us.af.mil. The white paper should be Microsoft Word compatible, 10 pages or less (including cover), with 1-inch margins and 12-point font. Submissions must include a company profile with Name, Address, Point of Contact, Email, Website, Phone, Business Category (NAICS 332993), DUNS number, and CAGE Code. The email subject line must be "RFI Response: FAMM-BAR". All submittals should be UNCLASSIFIED. Submission of a white paper is required to receive an invitation to the FAMM-BAR Industry Day scheduled for May 6, 2026. Respondents must include the names and email addresses of up to three (3) attendees within their submission.
Additional Notes
The Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI. Proprietary information must be clearly marked. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future solicitation, but it will affect invitations for one-on-one industry day appointments.