Request for Information (RFI): Optimized Machining Parameters for AerMet 100
| Location: | Federal |
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| Posted: | Jan 9, 2026 |
| Due: | Feb 5, 2026 |
| Agency: | DEPT OF DEFENSE |
| Type of Government: | Federal |
| Category: |
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| Solicitation No: | FA8684-AM100 |
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- Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Updated)
- Updated Published Date: Jan 09, 2026 11:47 am EST
- Original Published Date: Nov 20, 2025 03:56 pm EST
- Updated Response Date: Feb 05, 2026 02:00 pm EST
- Original Response Date: Dec 22, 2025 02:00 pm EST
- Inactive Policy: Manual
- Updated Inactive Date: Feb 05, 2026
- Original Inactive Date: Dec 22, 2025
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Initiative:
- None
- Original Set Aside:
- Product Service Code: R425 - SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL
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NAICS Code:
- 336413 - Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
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Place of Performance:
09 Jan 2026: Submission deadline extended to allow more time for responses.
The United States Air Force (USAF) is issuing this RFI to gather information from industry regarding optimized machining parameters for AerMet 100, a high-strength alloy used in critical aerospace applications. The purpose of this RFI is to assist the USAF in understanding the current state-of-the-art capability in machining AerMet 100, identifying potential solutions and vendors, and refining requirements. The overall objective is to develop and document optimized machining parameters for AerMet 100 to support more efficient manufacturing, reduce waste and rework, and ensure consistent, high-quality output across production environments, with an initial focus on manufacturing parts for landing gear.
This Request for Information (RFI) is issued solely for source planning and market research purposes. It does not constitute an invitation to bid, a request for quotation or proposal, nor does it create any obligation for the Government to procure goods or services.
- CP 937 255 1264 1865 4TH ST BLDG 14
- WRIGHT PATTERSON AFB , OH 45433-7120
- USA
- Randolph Hildebrandt Jr
- randolph.hildebrandt.2@us.af.mil
- Andrew Gross
- andrew.gross.4@us.af.mil
- Jan 09, 2026 11:47 am ESTSources Sought (Updated)
- Jan 09, 2026 11:40 am EST Sources Sought (Updated)
- Dec 22, 2025 11:55 pm EST Sources Sought (Original)
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| Nov 20, 2025 | [Sources Sought (Original)] Request for Information (RFI): Optimized Machining Parameters for AerMet 100 |
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