Bid guide
How to bid on FAA research into aviation systems and operations
What the FAA is seeking
The FAA is seeking innovative research or solutions addressing the complexity of aviation systems and operations under its Research and Commercial Solutions Opening (RCSO). The solicitation points to Sections 5.1–5.6 for the specific objectives; review those sections and the attachments for details.
This is an RCSO Area of Interest under the broader BAA-693KA8-26-RCSO. The FAA does not guarantee a request for proposal or an award. Any award depends on available funds and successful negotiations.
Deadline and what it means
The response deadline is November 2, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET. The posting does not specify what happens at the deadline, so follow the submission instructions in the full RCSO posting and attachments.
The FAA says this posting does not authorize work to begin or cover a vendor’s proposal-development costs. Before performance starts, the government must execute a written Other Transaction Agreement signed by the Agreements Officer.
Who this opportunity may suit
This opportunity may suit firms, research organizations, or other teams with relevant expertise in aviation systems and operations and a new technology, process, method, or research approach. The FAA defines innovative work as new as of the proposal date, or a new application of an existing technology, process, or method.
The listing is categorized as professional work. Use the objectives in Sections 5.1–5.6 to judge whether your capabilities fit the FAA’s stated needs.
How to access the solicitation
Click “View original source” above to open the opportunity. If the first click takes you to the portal homepage, click it again to go to the bid.
You may need a free account to view documents, though many bids can be viewed without one. Review the full FAA RCSO special posting and its attachments on SAM.gov for the submission process and evaluation information.
Prepare a focused response
Start with the FAA’s objectives in Sections 5.1–5.6 and map your proposed research or solution to the relevant objectives. Explain what is new about your approach, or how it applies existing technology, a process, or a method in a new way.
Follow the submission instructions and evaluation details in the complete posting and attachments. Check the required format and submission steps, allow time to submit before the deadline, and avoid starting work or assuming an award before a written agreement is signed.
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 Federal Aviation Administration; the original posting controls.