Request for Information - Submersible Outboard Engine
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA8629-25-R-5050
- Agency
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AFLCMC Wright Patterson AFB
Lifecycle Management Center, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 333618 Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing
- PSC
- Not on record
- Place of performance
- Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance & Special Operations Forces Directorate is conducting market research through this Request for Information to identify potential sources for Submersible Outboard Engines and Ancillary Equipment for Combat Rubber Raiding Craft boats used by Special Warfare personnel. The engines must meet specific capability requirements including propelling craft with 1,500 pounds payload at minimum 15 knots in Beaufort wind force rating 3, submersibility to minimum 10 feet for 10 minutes, electric and emergency pull-start capabilities, and air-deployment capability from 1,200 feet altitude. This RFI is issued solely for informational and market research purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation or commitment to procurement. Interested vendors must submit a 15-page capabilities package that includes company details, rough cost estimates, current capabilities, commercial solution information, warranty terms, potential product improvements, and associated risks. The response deadline is 12:00 PM Eastern time on September 12, 2025.
This opportunity does not utilize any set-aside designations and encourages broad industry participation from both U.S. and non-U.S. firms, with stated preferences for small businesses and various socio-economic certifications. No current contractors or incumbents are identified in the documentation, and no specific award values or budget ranges are disclosed as this is purely a market research initiative. The RFI does not specify quantities of engines required or provide detailed timeline information for potential future services, focusing instead on gathering industry capabilities and pricing information to inform the government's acquisition strategy development. The engines are intended to support Special Warfare personnel conducting inflatable boat operations and training in accordance with Air Force Instructions 10-3504 and 16-1202, supporting both Combat Rubber Raiding Craft operations under Unit Type Code 81ERC0 and SCUBA operations support under UTC 81ESC0.
Notice text
1. NOTICE
This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS)/Request for Information (RFI) is issued for informational purposes and market research only; it does not constitute a solicitation. The Government will not reimburse any company or individual for any expenses associated with preparing/submitting information in response to this posting. The information provided may be used by the Government in developing its acquisition strategy, statement of work/statement of objectives, and/or performance specifications. Interested parties are responsible for adequately marking proprietary or competition sensitive information contained within their response as instructed later in this posting.
2. BACKGROUND AND SCOPE
The United States (US) Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance & Special Operations Forces (ISR & SOF) Directorate, Special Warfare (SW) Program Office (AFLCMC/WISN) and Contracting Office (AFLCMC/WISK) are conducting market research to identify possible sources capable of providing Submersible Outboard Engines and Ancillary Equipment for the Combat Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRC) boats for USAF operators.
Special Warfare (SW) personnel are required to conduct inflatable boat operations and training in accordance with Air Force Instruction (AFI) 10-3504, V2 and AFI 16-1202, CL-1. The Inflatable boat is further recognized in its own Unit Type Code (UTC) 81ERC0, STT CBT Rubber Raiding Craft as well as the 81ESC0, STT SCUBA Operations as a support boat for dive operations.
The Submersible Outboard Engine must support these mission roles.
3. CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS
For each developmental and production system that addresses these capability gaps, please answer/state whether your solution meets the following capabilities/requirements.
Key capabilities:
a. Shall propel craft with 1,500 pounds payload at a minimum speed of 15 knots in beaufort wind force rating of 3.
b. Shall be submersible to minimum 10 feet for 10 minutes.
c. Shall be capable of dewater and start within 10 minutes after submersion to 10 feet.
d. Shall survive air-deployment from 1,200 feet (list any certifications if applicable).
e. Shall have electric start with emergency pull-start capability.
f. Ancillary Equipment shall include: Engine Service Cart; Engine Maintenance Kit; Lower Unit Service Tool; Safety Jet; Transom Plate
g. Provide all additional specs and capabilities of proposed Submersible Outboard Motor and ancillary equipment.
Please see attachment for instructions on responding to this Request for Information.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| RFI - Submersible Outboard Engine and Ancillary Equipment - FA8629-25-R-5050.pdf |
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