Kessel Run wants white papers on how to modernize the air operations center
Kessel Run posted an RFI on the Air Operations Center Weapon System: a 24/7 command-and-control system-of-systems that mixes hardware, software, third-party apps, and web services.
Official notice(opens in a new tab)Facts
- Air Force / Kessel Run
- Kessel Run RFI: Revolutionary AOC weapon system
- Due Oct 14, 3:00 PM ET
- White Paper, 8 Pages, PDF
What they’re asking for
The notice describes the AOC WS as a heterogeneous C2 system that must stay up in contested environments and interoperate with other Department of War systems. KR relies on third-party providers for mission-application development and sustainment. Detailed questions are in the attachments. This is market research; responses are voluntary and unpaid.
How to respond
A white paper, PDF, 12-point font, 8 pages including figures, by email or DoD SAFE as listed on SAM.gov (FA8730-REV-AOC).
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