How to bid on Air Force Enterprise Rapid Operations Support (AEROS)

What the Air Force is buying

The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force, is seeking information from vendors for commercial help desk and technical operations support. This support is for AFTRANS enterprise applications, covering both existing legacy systems and newer modernized systems. The goal is to maintain critical command-and-control capabilities within a government-provided environment.

This is an opportunity for businesses to provide essential support services for Air Force technology infrastructure at Scott AFB, IL.

Key dates and deadlines

This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on August 31, 2026. Responses are due by September 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. At the deadline, the Air Force will stop accepting submissions for this RFI.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for technology firms with expertise in help desk services, technical operations, and supporting enterprise-level applications. Experience with both legacy and modernized systems, particularly in a command-and-control context, would be relevant. Companies specializing in IT support for government or large organizations are encouraged to review this RFI.

How to respond

To access the full details and respond to this RFI, you need to go to the original source on the portal. Click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link a second time to go directly to the bid.

You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all associated documents. However, for many bids, an account is not required to view the information.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

When responding to an RFI, focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's capabilities and experience relevant to the stated requirements. Provide specific examples of past work that align with help desk services, technical operations, and supporting both legacy and modernized systems.

Highlight your understanding of critical command-and-control environments and your ability to operate within government-provided infrastructure. Ensure your response is well-organized, concise, and directly addresses the information requested by the Air Force.