Resilient Open & Agile Avionics System & Technology Development (ROAASTD)
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 (AFRL Sensors Directorate) has issued a Solicitation for the Resilient Open & Agile Avionics System & Technology Development (ROAASTD) effort. This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) seeks white papers to advance technologies for resilient, agile, and open avionics systems to counter evolving global threats. White papers are due by April 19, 2028, 1700 local time.
Scope of Work
The Air Force Research Laboratory, Sensors Directorate, Spectrum Warfare Division (AFRL/RYW) is pursuing technologies to enable rapid integration of revolutionary sensor and mission system capabilities. The focus is on system and platform resilience, agility, and open systems standards to maintain a decisive military advantage in contested environments. This effort supports the Air Force's ability to dominate time, space, and complexity in future conflicts.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: The Air Force reserves the right to award various contract types, including FAR-based (e.g., Cost Plus Fixed Fee) or Other Transaction (OT) agreements (Prototype, grant, cooperative agreement, OT for Research).
- Estimated Program Cost: $30,000,000 total, with multiple awards estimated between $3,000,000 and $6,000,000 each.
- Period of Performance: Individual awards are anticipated for 12-24 months; the overall effort spans 60 months.
- White Paper Due: April 19, 2028, 1700 local time.
- Published Date: April 15, 2026.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This is an unrestricted solicitation, and small businesses are encouraged to participate. Cost sharing is allowed but not required. Foreign participation is prohibited. Offerors must be registered and certified with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) for export control. Up to TS/SCI classification may be required, and a DD Form 254 outlines security requirements.
Submission & Evaluation
This is a two-step process:
- White Paper Submission: Limited to 5 pages (1 cover, 3 technical, 1 summary chart), including a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost.
- Proposal Submission: Technical and cost proposals will be requested from selected white paper offerors within 30 days of the request. Evaluation involves an initial screening (Go/No Go) based on Gold Standard Science (GSS) and demonstrable results, followed by a full evaluation of technical merits, relevance to DoD missions, and cost/price realism. A "Proposal Adequacy Checklist" must be completed.
Key Attachments & Requirements
- CDRLs: Specify data items such as Scientific and Technical Reports (Final, Annual Update), Funds and Man-Hour Expenditure Reports, Contract Funds Status Reports, Status Reports, Presentation Material, and Computer Software Product (Source Code).
- Security: DD Form 254 details TOP SECRET facility clearance and SECRET safeguarding. Security Risk Review (AFRLI 61-113) requires submission of Senior/Key Person Profile Worksheets, a Security Program Questionnaire, and a Privacy Act Statement consent form for covered individuals. U.S. citizenship is required for base/network access.
- SOO Placeholder: An initial Statement of Objectives (SOO) is provided, with detailed requirements to follow in subsequent solicitations.
Contact Information
For questions, contact Sarah Ballard (sarah.ballard@us.af.mil) or Richard Bailey (richard.bailey.26@us.af.mil).