Materials Research and Survivability Studies II (MaRSS II)

The Department of the Air Force, specifically the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL/RXE), is soliciting research proposals under the Materials Research and Survivability Studies II (MaRSS II) program. The objective of this initiative is to advance the state-of-the-art in photonic materials through innovative techniques used to identify, characterize, and simulate material structures and properties. The program seeks to tailor formulations and performance to achieve improved hardness and increased survivability for aircrew members, sensors, structures, and systems against threats such as lasers or nuclear flash effects. Technical areas of interest include optical technology, structured and non-linear electromagnetic materials, and laser component technology, including crystalline fibers and advanced laser source materials.

This solicitation, identified by number FA865022S5007, falls under NAICS code 541715 for Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) and PSC AC13 for National Defense R&D Services; Department of Defense - Military; Experimental Development. Performance will take place at Wright Patterson AFB, OH. Specific requirements for particular technical objectives will be issued through separate Task Orders following the initial research phase.

The response deadline for this opportunity is January 18, 2022. The solicitation was published on December 7, 2021, and last updated on January 11, 2022, with Gary Victor serving as the primary point of contact. Supporting documentation includes 15 attachments, such as multiple amendments to the Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) and several sets of questions and answers provided to potential offerors during the solicitation period.