Opportunity Overview
AFRL Rocket Lab ARA is a two-step open ARA with the ability of issuing future calls that enable study efforts on novel concepts, as well as research and development contracts to mature specific technologies to appropriate technology readiness levels (TRL) depending on end use. Specific award details are described below, but the Government anticipates awarding multiple contracts of varying duration and value. However, the maximum single award value issued against this ARA is currently no more than $500M. This ARA allows consideration of white papers as well as calls issued by the Government when specific requirements are identified.
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| Issuing agency | Dept of Defense |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Category | Government Procurement |
| NAICS | 541715 |
| PSC | AC22 |
| Published | September 29, 2025 |
| Procurement stage | Request for Proposal (RFP) |
| Response due | September 29, 2030 |
| Status | Open — accepting responses |
| Official source | View original notice |
| Last verified | October 11, 2026 |
Source: U.S. Government (SAM.gov) — public domain. GlobalGov is not affiliated with or endorsed by the United States Government.
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