This is a sealed bid invitation for research and development services related to All-Domain Radiant Optical Research and Applications (ARORA). The contract involves designing, fabricating, and testing prototype photonic technologies to advance national defense capabilities in areas such as directed energy, infrared sensing, signal processing, electronic warfare, PNT, and spectral agility. The estimated total value is $30,000,**** are due by 05:00 PM local time on February 16, 2026. Late submissions are subject to specific provisions. The contract will be awarded on a cost-plus-fixed-fee basis. Deliveries are expected by January 2035. Inspection and acceptance will occur at Wright Patterson AFB, OH.
The delivery date for the supplies or services is on or before January 2035, as specified in Section F.
The bid notice states that payment will be made by the designated payment office, and details regarding electronic submission of payment requests and receiving reports are provided in Section G, referencing Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).
The bid notice mentions Section M, Evaluation Factors for Award, but does not explicitly state the award criterion within the provided text.
The bid notice includes extensive information on representations and certifications in Section K, which would detail qualification requirements.
The bid notice mentions penalties in Section H regarding violations of security requirements, stating that penalties can range from a written warning to removal from the facility.
The bid notice refers to Section I, Clause **** Disputes, and **** Protest after Award, which would contain information on challenge deadlines.
The estimated total value for the contract is $30,000,****, as indicated in Section B.