DAF Enterprise Research and Advisory Services (DAFERAS)

The Department of the Air Force Headquarters District Washington is seeking commercially available research and advisory services through the DAF Enterprise Research and Advisory Services (DAFERAS) procurement. These services are defined as providing crucial insights, in-depth analysis, and expert guidance to support informed decision-making and strategic goals through rigorous research methodologies and tailored advice. The DAF aims to establish a comprehensive RAS capability with a digital platform offering a robust catalog of expertise across technical, mission, and business domains, including the ability to deliver near real-time usage insights and flexible consumption methods. Performance requirements include achieving 95% usage rates, monthly impact reporting, and maintaining user satisfaction ratings of 4.5 or higher on a 5-point scale. Companies interested in this opportunity must respond by July 23, 2025, with their latest published RAS catalog and current contract numbers where services can be ordered, with questions directed to Theresa.Terry.1@us.af.mil.

This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designations and represents a shift from decentralized purchasing to a centralized Program Management Office model. The DAF previously spent an estimated $40 million on RAS services in FY24, indicating the substantial value and scope of this enterprise-wide initiative. The contract will have a three-year period of performance, with the initial RAS service catalog and platform required to be available within 30 days of contract award. Services must be capable of supporting various classification levels up to Top Secret, demonstrating the sensitive nature of some anticipated research requirements. The procurement includes both a draft Statement of Objectives for contractor feedback and an intake form to capture detailed organizational service requirements across multiple domains.