AoI-0001 Non-invasive Spalling Detection Amendment 1

Rapid Non-Invasive Concrete Structures Spalling Assessments area of interest(AoI) Background

The 18th Wing, Kadena Air Base, Japan is interested in innovative technologies and services related to the areas of mission or technical interest listed below. Submissions should identify innovative solutions that fill capability needs related to the development of Rapid Non-Invasive Concrete Structures Spalling Assessments capabilities in the areas of thermal imaging, ground-penetrating radar, light detection and ranging (LiDAR) and acoustic emission monitoring that enable rapid non-invasive concrete structures spalling assessments. These technologies are provided as an example and not an all-inclusive list. The items, technologies, or services can also directly improve the effectiveness or efficiency of operating and/or maintaining current 18th Wing capabilities related to the topics listed below. The level of detail provided for each topic or the order in which they appear is not intended to convey any information regarding relative priority.

There are no specific Technology Readiness Level (TRL) requirements for proposed projects. However, proposed prototypes or solutions should be at a high enough TRL to enable the assessment of the viability, technical feasibility, application, or military utility of the proposed solution and support a rapid transition into operations.

The 18th Wing intends to fund successful efforts in Fiscal Year 2024 with periods of performance in the range of 1-5 years. Exceptions may be considered for individual projects based on technological maturity or operational need. Individual contracts are expected to be initially funded in the range of $250,000 - $9,500,000 for this initial phase with a possible increase to $35,000,000 at a later time. These numbers should not be considered strict limits. Proposals aimed at the higher end of this funding range will only be considered if they demonstrate the ability to deliver capable, innovative solutions that directly impact the 18th Wing mission and offer cost savings or improved efficiencies in current processes or procedures. However, even though the Government is providing an anticipated funded range, interested offerors must be aware that the Government initially intends to issue multiple contracts at lower dollar amounts (~$250,000 - ~$3,000,000) to prove out the viability and effectiveness of the proposed technology. The Government reserves the right to fund all, some, one or none of the proposals submitted; may elect to fund only part of a submitted proposal; and may incrementally fund any or all awards under this CSO. All awards are subject to the availability of funds.