AFWERX/SpaceWERX Ventures: PY25.1 STRATFI Notice of Opportunity Now Open for Submissions!

We are excited to announce that the AFWERX/SpaceWERX PY25.1 STRATFI Notice of Opportunity is now accepting submissions! If your small business has been awarded a Phase II contract within the last two years, this is a golden opportunity to take your innovation to the next level.

AFWERX Eligibility and Submission Details

Eligible small businesses are encouraged to review the submission and guidance documents carefully. Work closely with your Government partner to ensure all materials are complete and submitted on time. The submission window closes on September 18, 2024, at 12:00 PM ET. Don’t miss this chance to contribute to the U.S. Department of the Air Force’s (DAF) most pressing challenges and shape the future of defense technology.

Join the STRATFI Ask-Me-Anything (AMA) Webinars

To assist you with the submission process, the STRATFI team is hosting weekly Ask-Me-Anything (AMA) webinars every Thursday at 1:00 PM ET. These sessions are designed to answer your questions and provide you with all the information you need to complete a successful submission.

Register for the webinars here!

About AFWERX

AFWERX is the innovation arm of the DAF and operates as a directorate within the Air Force Research Laboratory. With an annual budget of $1.4 billion, AFWERX employs approximately 370 military, civilian, and contractor personnel across five hubs and sites. Since its inception in 2019, AFWERX has awarded over 6,200 new contracts worth more than $4.7 billion, driving faster technology transitions to operational capability and strengthening the U.S. defense industrial base.

About SpaceWERX

SpaceWERX, a unique division within AFWERX, serves as the innovation arm of the U.S. Space Force. Headquartered in Los Angeles, SpaceWERX focuses on accelerating capabilities and shaping the future of space technology. With an annual budget of $457 million, SpaceWERX collaborates with the Space Systems Command’s Commercial Space Office (COMSO) to execute over 1,106 contracts worth more than $897 million since August 2021. SpaceWERX is dedicated to fostering innovation and ensuring that the U.S. remains a leader in space defense technology.

For more information about AFWERX, visit www.afwerx.com. To learn more about SpaceWERX, visit spacewerx.us.

This is a unique opportunity to bring your innovative solutions to the forefront of national defense and space technology. Don’t wait—start your submission today!

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