Request for Information (RFI) for B-52 Advanced Wing Weapons Pylon (AWWP)_Amended
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Notice type
Sources Sought
Solicitation #
FA8628-27-C-B001
NAICS
336413
PSC
1560
Set-aside
No Set aside used
Posted
June 17, 2026
Response due
July 20, 2026
Place of performance
Edwards, CA
What this opportunity is
The U.S. Air Force is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to identify industry capabilities for developing a B-52 Advanced Wing Weapons Pylon (AWWP), focusing on design, testing, and manufacturing. This opportunity is open to all businesses as there is no set-aside, but small businesses are encouraged to respond. The notice type indicates that interested parties should track this RFI for potential future bidding opportunities, as it is primarily for market research to inform the government's acquisition strategy.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
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
Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.
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