HQ DAF Services Industry Day_15 Oct 2026.pdf

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Director Performance Improvement, SAF/AAP

Ms. Theresa Terry

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Administrative Assistant, Office of the Secretary of the Air Force

Mr. Edwin H. Oshiba

Department of the Air Force Fly, Fight, Win – Semper Supra

Dr. Lucas Keefer

HQ DAF/A1ZE

15 October 2026

Keynote Speaker: Integrated Resilience (A1Z)

Agenda

What is AF/A1Z

DAF Needs

Where do we go next?

How You Can Help

Q&A

What is AF/A1Z?

A1Z Mission/Vision

V I S I O N

An unmatched culture of connection and support powering the World’s Greatest

Airmen, Guardians, and Families.

M I S S I O N Advancing force resilience by leading programs, guidance, and research to prevent interpersonal and self-directed violence, ensuring effective sexual assault prevention and response, fostering healthy command climates, and shaping suicide prevention efforts.

A resilient and lethal force ready to Fly, Fix, and Win!

VISION

A1Z Team

A1Z FO

Research & Initiatives

Evaluation & Analysis Policy

DAF Needs Better Investment

Suicide, sexual assault, domestic abuse, and workplace harassment undermine good order, reduce cohesion, and weaken units.

These behaviors are hard to stop and show little sign of slowing.

The Prevention Data Environment

Leading Indicators (Pre-Incident)

Programmatic Data Risk Factors

Interpersonal and Self-Directed Violence

Sexual Assault Suicide Domestic Abuse Workplace Violence

Reporting Data (Post-Incident)

Case Data

Helping the Air Force Take Actions that Matter: Library of Prevention Activities

Installation Interest

Formal Review &

Rec.

Standardized MOEs

Evaluations Require Better Data Capture

SAMHSA Strategic Prevention Framework

Surveys: Low cost, but low quality

Wearables / Passive methods: May lack organizational and subjective touchpoints

Key Takeaway: More engaging methods are needed for better insights

Where Industry can help

Where do we go next?

Now 15 months in, HQ DAF/A1ZE has 14 live evaluation plans; >50k survey responses for this year alone on suicide prevention trainings, cyber harassment courses, stress management, and other topics.

First DAF evaluation plans live using pre-post survey designs

Eval Plans Launch (July 25)

Program ‘scorecards’ summarize key performance data for prevention specialists and Commander review

Reporting Framework (Sept 26)

Need for ~50+ tailored evaluations to launch over the next few years incorporating better, faster data.

Expansion and Improvement

Where do we go next?

The better our workforce assesses program impacts, the more it can ensure efforts are invested in ways that matter

Problem behaviors are not unsolvable, but they require smart allocation of resources for effective prevention.

How You Can Help

Bottom Line: We need innovative approaches to both capture and understand complex data

Integrated resilience currently tries to operate with multi-faceted and dynamic personnel factors (e.g., stress, cohesion) using static data collection methods (e.g., annual survey)

Rich behavioral data, qualitative analysis, and/or effective use of AI could greatly enhance our ability to identify risks and meaningfully compare the effectiveness of activities.

QUESTIONS / DISCUSSION

Enterprise Support Services Division

SAF/AAPH

15 October 2026

What is Enterprise Support Services?

Agenda

HAF Services Overview

Market Research 101

Industry Engagement

Way Forward – What’s Ahead

Q&A

Enterprise Support Services Team

(SAF/AAPH)

Mrs. Settima “Tina” Harton - Division Chief

Ms. Vicki White – Financial Management Specialist

Ms. Melanie Jackson – Financial Management Specialist

Mr. Christian Critterton – SAF/AA Portfolio Manager

Ms. Telicia Young-Wilson – HQ DAF Portfolio Manager

Mr. Mark Barboza – HQ DAF Portfolio Manager

Mission

What is Enterprise Support Services?

Enterprise Support Services improves the quality of sourcing efforts and achieves savings through analysis of requirements and acquisition processes, establishment and enforcement of sound governance, identification of synergies/efficiencies and implementation of improvement opportunities.

Why this matters

It establishes Cradle-to-grave management for Advisory & Assistance Services (A&AS), high-level Information Technology systems, and specialized Federally funded research and development centers (FFRDC).

Industry Engagement in the Acquisition Services Process

Why does the DAF engage with Industry:

Establish early partnerships to refine requirements and ensure technical feasibility

Provide industry with predictable demand forecasts to secure supply chains

Ensure the DAF remains on the cutting-edge by integrating advanced commercial technology

Where Industry has the most impact

Acquisition of Services

Form the

Team

Review Current Strategy

Perform Market

Research

Define

Requirement

Develop

Acquisition Strategy

Execute Strategy

Manage

Performance

Acquisition Strategy

PLAN DEVELOP EXECUTE

Remember: Only use the official notice and designated Government point of contact for responses and questions to RFI and sources sought!

Market Research 101

Prior to developing materials such as Request for Information (RFI) or Sources Sought, the DAF conducts market research to:

Identify Capabilities – Identify capable sources and available solutions Refine Requirements – Determine whether commercial products or services can satisfy the need Shape Strategy – Develop a realistic acquisition strategy and contract approach including achievable cost, schedule, performance, and sustainment expectations.

Mitigate Risk - Reduce technical, schedule, and execution risk before solicitation release

The goal is to understand the market before defining the acquisition approach

Defining Requirements

Market Research Drives Procurement: It dictates how we write our requirements, determines contract type, and shapes how your proposals will be evaluated via our Section M Evaluation Criteria.

Tell Us How Your Industry Works: When responding to an RFI or Sources Sought, tell us what performance outcomes are realistic and how we should measure success, what commercial standards exist?

‘Silence is Acceptance’: If you don’t engage or submit feedback, right or wrong, we assume we’re right on track. Engage early and often! Help us to understand available capabilities, commercial practices, and feasible solutions before requirements are finalized.

Industry Engagement

Request for Information (RFI) RFIs are the most common, they foster open dialogue and feedback The adage ‘you don’t know what you don’t know’ applies, respond but also ask your own questions Sources Sought

The objective is to determine capable sources (including small businesses), whether commercial products or services can meet the requirement; and if the acquisition approach should be adjusted before a solicitation is developed

Industry Days Establishes transparent communication Communicates the Government's mission need, acquisition priorities, and preliminary requirements Helps interested vendors can prepare for a potential future solicitation.

Developing the Acquisition Strategy

We encourage industry to provide specific, evidence-based input on available solutions, commercial practices, capability limitations, schedule realities, and potential barriers to competition.

Remember! Your feedback aids the Government in refining requirements and develop more effective acquisition strategies.

How you can help:

Engage early. Don't wait for the final solicitation.

Be specific. Point out exactly where language or standards don't make sense.

Share what the market can deliver. Educate us on commercial capabilities.

Help the Government develop a clear, achievable, and competitive acquisition approach that works for everyone.

Way Forward – What’s Ahead

Where we are headed Anticipate Requirements: Track upcoming A&AS, high-end IT systems, and FFRDC opportunities as they are approved and published on SAM.gov.

Strategic Packaging: Be prepared for consolidation and category management shifts aimed at performance-based outcomes and measurable standards.

Our Mutual Commitment The Government Commits to: Fair response windows, absolute protection of proprietary data, and routing all official Q&As transparently through official channels.

Our Ask of Industry: Respond to RFIs/Sources Sought, flag restrictive or unclear requirements early, and propose ready commercial solutions or small business teaming strategies.

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QUESTIONS / DISCUSSION

Mr. Corey V. Forshee Senior Procurement Analysis

USSF Small Business Programs

Dr. Anita Hunt Senior Procurement Analysis

USAF Small Business Programs

Office of Small Business Programs

DAF Office of SB Programs (SAF/SB)

SAF/SB Mission Support

SAF/SB

Mr. Scott Kiser, Director /

Mr. Mike McWilliams, Deputy Director

USAF SB Professionals (5)

USSF SB Professionals (2)

Office Manager (1)

Legal Counsel (1)

Contractor Support (5)

Secretary of the Air Force

Programs

• Industry Outreach

• SBIR/STTR

• Mentor Protégé Program

• Subcontracting Program

• Functional Training

Acquisition Support

• SB Coord - DD Form 2579

• Acq Strategy Panel Member

• Market Intelligence/Market Research

• Coord with SBA PCR

Policy 10 USC 9024,15 USC 644(k) SBREFA and SBPFRA FAR Part 19, 13 CFR 125.2 DoDI 4205.01

HAFMD 1-30

DAFPD 90-18, AFI 90-1801

We Support Our Airmen and Guardians

SAF/SB supports the full spectrum of Departmental Missions across Air, Space, and Cyberspace:

U.S. Air Force Mission:

“Fly, Fight, and Win...Airpower Anytime, Anywhere” U.S. Space Force Mission:

“Secure our Nation’s Interests In, From, & To Space”

SAF/SB Strategic Lines of Effort (LOE)

LOE 1: Support the Warfighter Objective 1: Leverage Small Business as a DAF Capability Objective 2: Secure a Resilient and Innovative Supply Chain

LOE 2: Strengthen the Small Business Industrial Base Objective 1: Reduce Barriers to Entry Objective 2: Leverage Collaborative Partnerships and Mission-Focused Outreach

LOE 3: Build Mission-Focused Small Business Leaders Objective 1: Improve Professional Business Acumen of DAF SB Workforce Objective 2: Bolster DAF SBP Workforce Development & Recognition Programs

Critical Enablers:

Streamlined, Effective Processes // Clear Guidance & TTPs // Powerful Data-Driven Analytical Tools

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2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

Total 8.39 10.17 11.06 12.12 13.22 14.73 15.39 15.65 17 18.52 18.93 17.73

$8.39B

$10.17B $11.06B

$12.12B $13.22B

$14.73B $15.39B $16.65B

$17.00B

$18.52B $18.93B $17.73B

DAF SB Prime Contract Participation as of 30 Sep 26 Spend in $Billion

DAF SB Prime Contract Participation

FY26 SB Top Ten NAICS Spend (North American Industry Classification System)

R&D - Physical, Engineering, and

Lifce Sciences (Except Nano and Bio Tech) 547715

Commercial and Institutional

Building Construction

236220

Engineering Services 541330

R&D in the Physical, Engineering, and Lifce Sciences

(Except Biotech) 541712

Other Computer Related Services

541519

Custom Computer Programming

Services 541511

Other Aricraft Parts and Auxiliary Eqp

Mnf 336413

Facilities Support Services 561210

Computer Systems Design Services

541512

Aircraft Mnf 336411

Total 2.99 1.63 1.48 1.19 1.06 0.99 0.8 0.79 0.57 0.56

$2.99B

$1.63B $1.48B

$1.19B $1.06B $0.99B

$0.8B $0.79B

$0.57B $0.56B

FY26 SB TOP 10 NAICS as of 30 Sep 26

SBIR/STTR Opportunities

AFWERX

Unleashing American Ingenuity

As the innovation arm of the DAF they cultivate and transition impactful emerging technologies to deter and win wars.

▪ Website: https://afwerx.com/

SPACEWERX

Transition Agile, Affordable & Accelerated

Capabilities As the innovation are of USSF, they leverage funding from SBIR/STTR Program to cultivate and transition impactful emerging technologies to deter and win wars.

▪ Website: https://afwerx.com/ https://afwerx.com/ https://afwerx.com/

Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP)

The Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP) provides developmental assistance designed to enhance the capabilities of disadvantaged* small business concerns (Protégé Firms) by partnering with eligible companies (Mentor Firms).

Increase participation of Protégé Firms as subcontractors and suppliers under DoW contracts and subcontracts, other Federal Government contracts, and commercial contracts.

Facilitate the establishment of long-term business relationships to develop a stable and robust small business Defense Industrial Base.

Key Steps for a Small Business:

How to Do Business with the DAF

Prepare to Market Your Business to the DAF (USAF and USSF)

Review SAF/SB Web Site

- www.airforcesmallbiz.af.mil/

Learn about MAJCOMs and their NAICS-Codes

- www.airforcesmallbiz.af.mil/Small-Business/Majcoms-Others-NAICS- Codes/

Locate a Small Business Professional

- www.airforcesmallbiz.af.mil/Small-Business/Locate-Professional/

Explore Subcontracting Opportunities via SAM.gov, GSA, NASA SEWP, etc.

Understand Government Contracting

Identify Your Product or Service

Federal Supply Class or Service codes https://psctool.us/

North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes http://www.census.gov/naics

Prepare a printed and electronic Capability Statement

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Register Your Business Obtain a Unique Entity ID (UEI) . UEI is now assigned to entities when they register with SAM.gov Register with the System for Award Management (SAM) www.sam.gov OR call 1-866-606-8220 https://psctool.us/ http://www.census.gov/naics http://www.sam.gov/

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Small Businesses: Know Target Market

US SPACE

FORCE

US AIR

FORCE

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START HERE: Complete your SAM.gov registration— then use these pathways to make your capability visible to DoW mission owners.

LYNX

DoW supplier-readiness and capability-discovery platform

• Build and share a capability profile

• Assess readiness and identify next steps

• Discover mission-aligned partners and opportunities

REGISTER / BUILD YOUR PROFILE

https://www.lynxconnect.io/

U.S. SPACE FORCE

FRONT DOOR

A single entry point for commercial space solutions

• Submit an idea, product, service, or capability

• Connect with relevant Space Force stakeholders

• Learn about space mission areas and engagement paths

SHARE A SPACE SOLUTION

https://sscfrontdoor.experience.crmfo rce.mil/SSCFrontDoor/s/connect

GOLDEN DOME FOR

AMERICA

ECOSYSTEM HUB

Direct engagement with the Golden Dome for America program

• Register and submit a capability overview

• Explore relevant homeland-defense opportunities

• Connect commercial innovation to mission needs

EXPLORE / SUBMIT CAPABILITY

https://hub.goldendome.mil/gateway/

SMALL BUSINESS

INNOVATION

DEFENSE ACQUISITION

COMMUNITY

WARFIGHTER

ADVANTAGE

Be visible. Be ready. Connect early.

Your capability may be the solution America’s warfighters need next.

Pathways to Opportunity

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Use Available Resources

Counseling | Financial Assistance | Certifications | Training

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For More Information on DAF Small Business

Facebook.com/ airforcesmallbiz

Linkedin.com/company/ airforcesmallbiz

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DAF SB Website: www.airforcesmallbiz.af.mil

Contact Email: SAF.SB.workflow@us.af.mil

MPP Contact:

https://business.defense.gov/Programs/Mentor-Protege-Program/

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Questions/Discussion

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Contact Us!

Enterprise Support Services Email:

haf.services.acquisitions@us.af.mil

Enterprise Support Services LinkedIn:

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