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How to bid on Low-Cost/Affordable Fire Control Radar for the Air Force
What the Air Force is buying and why it matters
The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), C3BM Directorate, is conducting market research for low-cost or affordable Fire Control Radar (FCR) systems. This is a Request for Information (RFI) only, meaning the Air Force is gathering data and not yet asking for proposals or offers.
This RFI is an opportunity for vendors to inform the Air Force about their capabilities and products in this area. Your input can help shape future solicitations for fire control radar systems.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Information was published on July 29, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 07, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. This is a firm deadline for submitting your information.
Since this is an RFI, the Air Force is not accepting proposals or offers. The deadline is for submitting your responses to their information request. The government will not be awarding a contract based on this RFI.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms that specialize in security and defense technology, particularly those with expertise in radar systems and fire control solutions. Companies that can offer innovative, low-cost, or affordable radar technologies will find this RFI relevant.
If your company manufactures, develops, or integrates fire control radar systems, especially those designed with affordability in mind, this RFI is for you. This is a chance to showcase your capabilities to the Air Force.
How to respond to this RFI
To access the full details of this RFI, you will need to view the original source on the portal. Click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all attached documents, such as the vendor questions and answers. The Air Force has posted several updates with formal responses to vendor questions, with the latest Revision B posted on July 29, 2026. These documents contain important context for your response.
Practical tips for a competitive RFI response
When preparing your response, focus on directly addressing the information requested by the Air Force. Clearly articulate your firm's capabilities and how your fire control radar systems meet the criteria of being low-cost or affordable.
Review all attached documents, especially the vendor questions and answers. These documents often highlight specific areas of interest or concern for the agency and can guide your response. Ensure your submission is clear, concise, and professional, providing all relevant technical and pricing information as requested in the RFI.
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 Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), C3BM Directorate; the original posting controls.