Request for Information (RFI) for B-52 Advanced Wing Weapons Pylon (AWWP)_Amended
Subject: Request for Information (RFI) for B-52 Advanced Wing Weapons Pylon (AWWP)_AmendedSolicitation Number: FA8628-27-C-B001Notice Type: SRCSGTNAICS: 336413Set-Aside: No Set aside usedNotice Published: 06-17-26Response Due: 07-20-26Agency: Department of the Air ForceOffice: FA8628 AFLCMC WBDK B52Contact: Ashley Gray This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.Office Address: WRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH 45433-7148Place of Performance: Edwards, CA Related Notices:
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The U.S. Air Force is seeking information from industry on capabilities to develop a B-52 Advanced Wing Weapons Pylon (AWWP). This RFI is for market research purposes to identify potential providers capable of designing, developing, testing, and manufacturing a replacement or modified pylon that meets advanced performance requirements. The specific technical requirements and carriage loadouts are provided in the attached "RFI_AWWP_20May26.pdf". Key capability areas include: Weight Capacity:Carriage of munitions up to 20,000 lbs. Integration: MIL-STD-1760E and existing B-52 system compatibility. Certification: Dual conventional and nuclear certification capability. Engineering: Digital engineering, airworthiness certification, and aerospace production expertise. Responses to this RFI will be used to assess industry capabilities and refine the government's acquisition strategy for this critical modernization effort. Small businesses are highly encouraged to participate