Bid guide
How to bid on ATAGS suit work for the Department of the Air Force
What the Air Force is buying
The Department of the Air Force plans to procure and construct modified Advanced Technology Anti-Gravity Suits, with first article testing and a technical report. The work supports the FITMENT program and is planned for 12 months.
The notice lists small, approximate quantities of trousers in different sizes and materials, including tested and untested items. It is an RFI-style notice of intent to issue an RFP, not the RFP itself. The Air Force expects a sole-source award to Vinyl Technology, LLC, but other interested sources may identify their interest and capability or submit a quotation.
Key dates and the response deadline
The notice was published October 20, 2026. The RFP is expected around November 10, 2026, with responses due about 30 days later.
The listed deadline is November 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET. That date conflicts with the notice’s statement that the RFP is expected around November 10 and responses are due about 30 days after it. Confirm the current deadline and instructions in the solicitation before responding; do not assume the RFP issue date is the response deadline.
Who this opportunity may suit
This opportunity is relevant to firms able to construct modified anti-gravity suits and perform first article testing and reporting. The Air Force says Vinyl Technology, LLC is the only source successfully qualified to construct the prototype, which makes this a challenging opportunity for other vendors.
Foreign participation is not permitted. The notice says all responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation for agency consideration.
How to access the notice and respond
Use “View original source” on the portal to open the opportunity. If the first click takes you to the portal homepage, click it again to go to the bid. A free account may be needed to view documents, though many bids can be viewed without one.
The planned RFP will be posted on SAM.gov under Notice ID FA8533-27-Q-0001. Follow the instructions and deadline in the issued RFP. The notice lists PCO Alexis Davis and Contract Specialist Audra Brown for questions, comments, recommendations, and concerns.
Prepare a focused response
Check the RFP for the exact submission method, required documents, final quantities, specifications, and response deadline. The quantities in the notice are approximate, so avoid treating them as final requirements.
If responding as a source other than the named firm, clearly explain your relevant construction and testing capability and how you can meet the stated requirements. Address the listed suit items and technical report directly, and leave time to verify that the submission is complete and received as instructed.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of the Air Force; the original posting controls.