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Pioneering Aerospace Capabilities, Engineering and Research

Solicitation from the Department of the Air Force. Due May 10, 2031, 3:00 PM (UTC-4), 1665 days left.

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Solicitation numberFA2391-23-S-2403
AgencyDepartment of the Air Force
OfficeFA2391 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl Rqkp
Notice typeSolicitation
Set-asideNone
Trade (NAICS)Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)
Product or service codeAC12
PostedOct 9, 2026
Response deadlineMay 10, 2031, 3:00 PM (UTC-4) (1665 days left)

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Description

PACER BAA is a Two-Step Open BAA and BAA with Calls which will enable study efforts on novel concepts, as well as research and development efforts to mature specific technologies to appropriate technology readiness levels (TRL) depending on end use. Efforts under this BAA are intended to further AFRL/RA’s mission in pioneering transformative aerospace technologies for the warfighter’s decisive advantage.

Revision 1, posted 5 June 2024. Revision 2, posted 24 October 2024 Revision 3, posted 6 May 2025 Revision 4, posted 15 July 2026

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