The Department of the Air Force’s Air Force Research Laboratory has started conducting market research for a potential $950 million Advanced Cyber Effects for Strategic Operations, or ACESO, contract.
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Advanced Cyber Effects for Strategic Operations Contract Details
According to the advanced research announcement posted on SAM.gov Thursday, AFRL seeks to develop prototypes of cyber technologies that will be integrated into operational Department of Defense platforms to strengthen cyber warfare capabilities.
The pre-solicitation notice also indicated that the total funding for the project is $950 million. Individual awards are not expected to exceed 60 months and will be valued at $10 million to $50 million, with the possibility of reaching $100 million.
AFRL plans to award the project to multiple contractors. Interested vendors have until July 10, 2030, to submit their responses.
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