Active Solicitation · DEPT OF DEFENSE

    Request for Information (RFI) for B-52 Advanced Wing Weapons Pylon (AWWP)_Amended

    Sol. FA8628-27-C-B001Sources SoughtSet-aside: No Set aside usedWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH
    Open · 27d remaining
    DAYS TO CLOSE
    27
    closes Jul 20, 2026
    POSTED
    Jun 17, 2026
    Publication date
    NAICS CODE
    336413
    Primary industry classification
    PSC CODE
    1560
    Product & service classification

    AI Summary

    The U.S. Air Force is conducting an RFI to identify industry capabilities for developing a B-52 Advanced Wing Weapons Pylon. This includes design, testing, and manufacturing to meet advanced performance requirements. Key areas include weight capacity, integration, certification, and engineering expertise. Responses will inform the acquisition strategy for this modernization effort, with encouragement for small business participation.

    Contract details

    Solicitation No.
    FA8628-27-C-B001
    Notice Type
    Sources Sought
    Set-Aside
    No Set aside used
    Posted Date
    June 17, 2026
    Response Deadline
    July 20, 2026
    NAICS Code
    336413AI guide
    PSC / Class Code
    1560
    Contract Code
    5700
    Primary Contact
    Ashley Gray
    State
    OH
    ZIP Code
    45433-7148
    AI Product/Service
    both

    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

    Key dates

    1. June 17, 2026Posted Date
    2. July 20, 2026Proposals / Responses Due

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    Request for Information (RFI) for B-52 Advanced Wing Weapons Pylon (AWWP)_Amended is a federal acquisition solicitation issued by DEPT OF DEFENSE. Review the full description, attachments, and submission requirements on SamSearch before the response deadline.

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