Request for Information (RFI) for Systems Engineering for PAE C3BM/ASE Division
Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS & BATTLE MANAGEMENT.FA2226 DAF PEO C3BM ASE CON
Location
Hanscom AFB, MA
Massachusetts
Estimated Value
N/A
Type
Sources Sought
Service / NAICS
Engineering Services
NAICS 541330
Set-Aside
8A
Opportunity Summary
This federal contract opportunity from DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS & BATTLE MANAGEMENT.FA2226 DAF PEO C3BM ASE CON involves engineering services in Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts. This is a 8A set-aside procurement. The response deadline was Feb 13, 2026.
Contract Description
The Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) for Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (PAE C3BM) AFLCMC/C3, is a Department of the Air Force organization located at Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts. However, they have multiple supporting locations across the continental United States (CONUS). PAE C3BM is responsible for the acquisition and delivery of the DAF BATTLE NETWORK (DBN), an integrated system-of-systems that connects sensors, effectors, and logistics systems to provide better situational awareness and faster decisionmaking for the joint force. The DBN is the Air Force's contribution to the broader Department of War (DoW) initiative of Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2). The Architecture and Systems Engineering (ASE) group within PAE C3BM is...
Timeline
Posted Date
Jan 28, 2026
Response Deadline
Feb 13, 2026
Deadline passed
What Contractors Should Know
This is a 8A set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses may compete.
This falls under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330), one of the core federal facilities and operational service categories.
Work will be performed in Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts. Local presence or experience in this area can strengthen your proposal.
Should You Pursue This?
Good Fit If…
- ✓You hold the required 8A certification
- ✓You have operations or past performance in Massachusetts
- ✓You have direct experience in engineering services
- ✓You have worked with DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS & BATTLE MANAGEMENT.FA2226 DAF PEO C3BM ASE CON before
Related Context
Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS & BATTLE MANAGEMENT.FA2226 DAF PEO C3BM ASE CON
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NAICS Code
541330 — Engineering Services
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Contractor FAQ
What certifications are needed for this 8A contract?
This opportunity requires 8A certification. Contractors must be registered and certified in SAM.gov with the appropriate small business designation to be eligible to submit proposals.
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