Pioneering Aerospace Capabilities, Engineering and Research

The Air Force Research Laboratory’s PACER BAA (FA2391‑23‑S‑2403) issues a one‑step “CALL for TAWODI,” seeking proposals to develop an operationally relevant, air‑launched hypersonic weapon that dramatically reduces cost and increases production rate. The effort is structured as a baseline research/technology‑development phase (48‑month contract) with optional, incentivized sprints covering Preliminary Design Review, Critical Design Review, manufacturing, and final testing. Offerors must submit a full technical/management proposal (≤ 50 pages) and a cost proposal via DoD SAFE, meeting strict CMMC/800‑171 cybersecurity requirements, and cannot involve foreign industry at the prime level. The award is anticipated in early 2027, contingent on appropriations, with a baseline budget of $750 k–$1.25 M and potential schedule‑incentive fees. • Develop a prototype hypersonic weapon system meeting aggressive cost‑rate targets (classified). • Deliver phased deliverables: concept definition, PDR/CSRA, CDR/DS‑MRR, manufacturing plans, and final test article. • Comply with stringent security (Secret) classification, CUI handling, export‑control, and CMMC Level 2 (or NIST 800‑171) requirements.