Bid guide
How to bid on Systems Warfighting Architecture Navigator (SWAN) for the DEPT of Defense
What the Air Force is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Air Force is conducting market research for non-personal services to support its Systems Warfighting Architecture Navigator (SWAN). SWAN is a government-owned system that helps with mission thread analysis, enterprise decision support, and software operations and sustainment.
This work supports the Air Force's planning, programming, budgeting, and execution activities. While this is an RFI for market research and not a direct contract opportunity, it's a chance to show your capabilities for future Air Force needs in this area.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Information (RFI) was published on July 31, 2026. Your response must be submitted by August 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
The deadline is for submitting your information for market research. This RFI is not a solicitation for a contract, and the government will not reimburse costs for preparing your response. Responses will be used for market research and acquisition planning only.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with expertise in professional services, particularly those with experience in mission thread analysis, enterprise decision support, and software operations and sustainment. Experience supporting government planning, programming, budgeting, and execution activities would be highly relevant.
The Department of the Air Force is seeking information on industry capabilities, relevant experience, recommended acquisition approaches, and overall ability to perform services of similar scope, complexity, and security.
How to respond
To access the full details and respond, you 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 a free account to view the attached documents, though for some bids, an account is not required. Your response should address the attached RFI and be limited to fifteen pages.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is an RFI, treat your response professionally. Clearly articulate your firm's specific capabilities and relevant past performance that align with mission thread analysis, enterprise decision support, and software operations and sustainment.
Focus on demonstrating your understanding of the Air Force's needs, particularly concerning their planning, programming, budgeting, and execution activities. Keep your response concise and within the fifteen-page limit, ensuring all requested information from the attached RFI is addressed.
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 DEPT of Defense; the original posting controls.