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Request for Information (RFI) for B-52 Advanced Wing Weapons Pylon (AWWP)
Issuing Agency:DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE (OH)
Solicitation ID:sam_8e62c7bb092d4bdeaa4f6557d782f428
RFP Description
The U.S. Air Force is seeking information from industry on capabilities to develop a B-52 Advanced Wing Weapons Pylon (AWWP). This RFI is for market research purposes to identify potential providers capable of designing, developing, testing, and manufacturing a replacement or modified pylon that meets advanced performance requirements. The specific technical requirements and carriage loadouts are provided in the attached "RFI_AWWP_20May26.pdf". Key capability areas include: Weight Capacity:Carriage of munitions up to 20,000 lbs. Integration: MIL-STD-1760E and existing B-52 system compatibility. Certification: Dual conventional and nuclear certification capability. Engineering: Digital engineering, airworthiness certification, and aerospace production expertise. Responses to this RFI will be used to assess industry capabilities and refine the government's acquisition strategy for this critical modernization effort. Small businesses are highly encouraged to participate
How to Win This Contract
This solicitation is set aside for certified Small Businesses (SB/SBE) or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE) in Colorado. Prime contractors bidding must meet specific set-aside quotas or sub out scopes to certified firms to remain responsive. For projects of this size, having clear, compliant documentation and showing immediately available resources to execute the work is the fastest path to selection by DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE (OH). Ensure all bid packages, attachments, and compliance affidavits are completed and uploaded to samgov before the closing deadline on 7/20/2026.
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