How to bid on Financial Management - Financial Improvement Audit Remediation (FIAR) for the Dept of the Air Force

What the Air Force is buying and why it matters

The Department of the Air Force needs financial management and audit remediation services. This work supports their general fund, working capital fund, and security assistance accounts. Specifically, these services will assist Air Force Financial Management & Comptroller (SAF/FMF), Air Force Material Command Financial Management (AFMC/FM), and the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA).

This is an important opportunity for firms specializing in financial management to support critical government operations and ensure financial accountability across various Air Force and Space Force entities, as well as the Defense Security Cooperation Agency.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

A virtual industry day will be held on October 1, 2025. To attend, you must register by the close of business on September 29, 2025. The industry day includes a general session from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM EST, followed by optional 30-minute breakout sessions for individual companies.

The overall solicitation deadline is August 31, 2026, at 2:00 AM ET. This is the final date for submitting your complete proposal once the formal solicitation is released. The government will post requirements documents, requests for information, and a bidders library on the official portal in preparation for the competitive process.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for professional services firms with expertise in financial management, audit remediation, and financial statement reporting and analysis. Companies with experience supporting government general funds, working capital funds, and security assistance accounts will find this particularly relevant.

The work involves supporting the Department of the Air Force General Fund for USAF and USSF, the Working Capital Fund for Air Force Materiel Command, and the DAF Title 22 Security Assistance Accounts for the Defense Security Cooperation Agency.

How to respond

To access the opportunity and related documents, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view some documents.

To register for the virtual industry day on October 1, 2025, complete the attached FIAR Industry Day Registration form. List all participants who need a link and return the form to [email protected] by the close of business on September 29, 2025. If you want a 30-minute breakout session, indicate “Yes” in column H on the registration form.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Attend the industry day to gain insights directly from the agency. This is your chance to understand the scope and ask questions. Participating in a breakout session can provide a more direct interaction with the contracting team.

Carefully review all posted documents, including the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and any responses to industry questions. Tailor your proposal to directly address the specific requirements and challenges outlined by the Air Force. Highlight your firm's relevant experience with similar financial management and audit remediation projects, especially those involving government funds.

Ensure your registration for the industry day is submitted on time, and follow all instructions precisely for any future submissions. Pay close attention to any templates or formats requested by the government for responses.