Bid guide
How to bid on AEDC Velocity Alliance for Air Force test infrastructure
What the Air Force is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Air Force is establishing the AEDC Velocity Alliance, a consortium of qualified engineering and construction firms. This alliance will modernize national test infrastructure to support next-generation defense systems. Members of this alliance will exclusively compete for a multi-billion dollar portfolio of future complex engineering and construction projects.
This is an opportunity to become part of a pre-qualified industrial base for significant national defense projects, ensuring a competitive advantage for future work within the consortium.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The next deadline for whitepaper submissions is September 1, 2026, by close of business. A mandatory virtual site visit is scheduled for September 16, 2026. This Request for Whitepaper notice will remain active until September 30, 2032, indicating potential future onboarding opportunities.
Interested vendors must submit their whitepapers by the September 1, 2026 deadline to be considered for the current onboarding opportunity. Participation in the mandatory virtual site visit on September 16, 2026, is also required.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is best suited for qualified engineering and construction firms. The primary NAICS Code for consortium onboarding is 541330 (Engineering Services), which will determine the size standard. The primary PSC Code is AC13 (National Defense R&D Services; Department of Defense - Military; Experimental Development).
Firms with expertise in complex engineering and construction, particularly those with experience in national defense infrastructure, are encouraged to respond. Any NAICS or PSC code that fits within the program objectives is acceptable.
How to respond to this solicitation
To respond, you must carefully review all attached documents. These documents contain the mandatory onboarding criteria that must be satisfied within your whitepaper submission. The solicitation was published on July 17, 2026, and has had several amendments, including updated Q&A documents and revised criteria.
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Tips for preparing a competitive response
Thoroughly read all provided documents, including the Request for Whitepaper, Program Objectives, Base Articles, and all Question and Answer documents. Pay close attention to any amendments, as these often clarify or change requirements. Ensure your whitepaper directly addresses all mandatory onboarding criteria.
Clearly articulate your firm's qualifications, experience, and capabilities in engineering and construction, especially as they relate to national defense test infrastructure. Highlight any relevant past performance that demonstrates your ability to handle complex projects. Since a virtual site visit is mandatory, prepare to engage effectively and demonstrate your understanding of the program's goals during that event.
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.
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