What types of technical expertise does the Global Hawk program office prioritize?

The office prioritizes vendors with expertise in unmanned aerial system (UAS) avionics, sensor payload integration, mission planning software, and long-endurance aircraft structural sustainment.

Are security clearances required for vendors working with AFLCMC WIGK?

Yes, because the Global Hawk platform supports sensitive intelligence and reconnaissance missions, contractors typically require facility security clearances and personnel with Top Secret/SCI eligibility to access technical data and program sites.

How does the Global Hawk office typically structure its procurement strategy?

Procurements often utilize long-term sustainment contracts and task orders under existing IDIQ vehicles, focusing on performance-based logistics and engineering change proposals to keep the aging fleet operationally relevant.

DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE · Contracting Office

FA8690 AFLCMC WIGK GLOBAL HAWK

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Acquisition authority and contracting profile of FA8690 AFLCMC WIGK GLOBAL HAWK.

The AFLCMC WIGK Global Hawk office manages the lifecycle, sustainment, and modernization of the RQ-4 Global Hawk unmanned aircraft system. This office procures specialized engineering services, sensor integration, software development for autonomous flight systems, and depot-level maintenance support to maintain global intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities.

Hierarchy: DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE · DEPT OF DEFENSE.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

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