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AFRL Rocket Lab ARA

Solicitation numberFA9300-25-S-6001

DEPT OF DEFENSE · DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE · FA9300 AFTC PZR

NAICS 541715 · Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)PSC AC22 · National Defense R&D Services; Atomic Energy Defense Activities; Applied Research
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Response deadlineSep 29, 2030, 7:00 AM UTC
Deadline status1487 days remaining
PostedApr 30, 2026
Record refreshedSep 2, 2026
Place of performanceEdwards, CA, 93524, United States

Opportunity summary

Source-cited

This is a two-step open ARA allowing study efforts and R&D to mature technologies to appropriate TRLs, with a maximum single award of $500M. The ARA permits consideration of white papers and specific calls as requirements are identified. [1][2]

Key points

  • Specific calls may include requirements or GFP/GFI. [2]
  • Proposed deliverables may be included in the scope. [3]

Watch items

  • Response deadline is September 29, 2030. [4]
  • Performance location is Edwards, CA, USA. [4]

Sources

  1. AFRL+Rocket+Lab+ARA+Amendment+01+30+Apr+2026.pdfNote: The WAWF requirement does not apply to Universities that are audited by an agency other than DCAA.
  2. AFRL+Rocket+Lab+ARA+Amendment+01+30+Apr+2026.pdfSpecific calls may have specific requirements and/or GFP or GFI available.
  3. AFRL+Rocket+Lab+ARA+Amendment+01+30+Apr+2026.pdfIt may also include any proposed deliverables.
  4. Official SAM.gov noticePlace of performance: Edwards, CA, 93524, USA

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Public-source intelligence

Source-backed opportunity brief

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Note: The WAWF requirement does not apply to Universities that are audited by an agency other than DCAA.

[1] AFRL+Rocket+Lab+ARA+Amendment+01+30+Apr+2026.pdf

Submission

Offerors will be requested to submit in its proposal information described in RFO 15.403-3, Instructions for Submission of Certified Cost or Pricing Data and Data Other Than Certified Cost or Pricing Data, if applicable.

[1] AFRL+Rocket+Lab+ARA+Amendment+01+30+Apr+2026.pdf

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Notice information

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AFRL Rocket Lab ARA is a two-step open ARA with the ability of issuing future calls that enable study efforts on novel concepts, as well as research and development contracts to mature specific technologies to appropriate technology readiness levels (TRL) depending on end use. Specific award details are described below, but the Government anticipates awarding multiple contracts of varying duration and value. However, the maximum single award value issued against this ARA is currently no more than $500M. This ARA allows consideration of white papers as well as calls issued by the Government when specific requirements are identified. Amendment 01: Updated ARA to reference RFO language and change to contracting POC

What changed

Apr 30, 2026 · 1 field changed
DescriptionAFRL Rocket Lab ARA is a two-step open ARA with the ability of issuing future calls that enable study efforts on novel concepts, as well as research and development contracts to mature specific technologies to appropriate technology readiness levels (TRL) depending on end use. Specific award details are described below, but the Government anticipates awarding multiple contracts of varying duration and value. However, the maximum single award value issued against this ARA is currently no more than $500M. This ARA allows consideration of white papers as well as calls issued by the Government when specific requirements are identified.AFRL Rocket Lab ARA is a two-step open ARA with the ability of issuing future calls that enable study efforts on novel concepts, as well as research and development contracts to mature specific technologies to appropriate technology readiness levels (TRL) depending on end use. Specific award details are described below, but the Government anticipates awarding multiple contracts of varying duration and value. However, the maximum single award value issued against this ARA is currently no more than $500M. This ARA allows consideration of white papers as well as calls issued by the Government when specific requirements are identified. Amendment 01: Updated ARA to reference RFO language and change to contracting POC

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