AFRL Multiple Award Contract (AMAC) – Air Force Research Laboratory
Below is a brief summary. Please check the full solicitation before applying (link in resources section).
Executive Summary:
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) AMAC program establishes a multiple-award IDIQ contract vehicle enabling qualified U.S. companies to compete for future AFRL-funded science and technology (S&T) research task orders. There is no funding awarded at the base contract level; funding is provided only through competitively awarded task orders after selection. Proposals are due February 27, 2026.
How much funding would I receive?
There is no fixed funding amount awarded at the base IDIQ level. Each awardee is guaranteed a minimum of $500 over the life of the contract. Actual funding is awarded later through individual task or delivery orders, which may range from small research efforts to very large programs. The estimated ceiling value across all AMAC contracts is $10 billion.
How does the program work?
AMAC is not a single grant but a long-term contract vehicle that allows AFRL to rapidly fund unclassified science and technology research through future task orders. If you meet the criteria, you will receive the long-term contract vehicle. Companies selected to the AMAC vehicle become eligible to compete for AFRL-funded projects covering basic and applied research, technology development, modeling and simulation, manufacturing, experimentation, integration, and technology transition. Importantly, there is no funding awarded upfront—all funding is issued later through individual task orders, each with its own scope, budget, and performance period.
Are there any additional benefits I would receive?
Beyond task-order funding, AMAC awardees gain several indirect but material benefits:
Government Validation and Credibility: Selection confirms AFRL validation of your company’s technical experience as a prime contractor.
Long-Term AFRL Access: Awardees are eligible to compete for AFRL task orders for up to 8 years.
Increased Visibility: Awardees become part of AFRL’s active R&D contractor ecosystem.
Non-Dilutive Growth: Task-order funding enables technology maturation without equity dilution.
Stronger Strategic Positioning: Proven AFRL work can enhance acquisition, partnership, and future DoD contracting opportunities.
What is the timeline to apply and when would I receive funding?
Proposals must be submitted by February 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET. Base IDIQ awards are made after evaluation. Funding is only received after winning individual task orders, which may be issued at any point during the contract’s ordering period.
Where does this funding come from?
Funding for task orders comes from AFRL directorates and partner agencies using AFRL as the contracting vehicle. The base AMAC contract itself does not carry dedicated funding.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include U.S.-based companies that can demonstrate qualifying prime contractor experience in federal S&T research. This includes:
Small businesses
Large businesses
Joint ventures
Universities and non-profits
Foreign-owned or foreign-influenced companies are not eligible unless formally approved through the National Industrial Security Program.
What companies will receive the contracting vehicle?
To receive an AMAC award, offerors must:
Be a responsible source under FAR Part 9
Submit a compliant proposal following Section L instructions
Achieve a validated minimum score of 1,000 points in the self-scoring technical experience evaluation here
Demonstrate prime contractor experience in AFRL technical Areas of Interest
Receive an Acceptable rating for both Technical Experience and Small Business Participation Commitment
There is no price competition at the base contract level.
Are there any restrictions I should know about?
Yes. Key restrictions include:
No classified work is permitted under the AMAC base contract
Only prime contractor experience counts toward technical scoring
Subcontractor experience does not qualify for scoring
How can BW&CO help?
The AMAC solicitation is fundamentally a compliance-driven, pass/fail process. AFRL has stated that any offeror who submits a fully compliant proposal and meets the minimum technical threshold will receive an AMAC contract—while even minor non-compliance can result in elimination, regardless of technical merit. BW&CO helps ensure your proposal is structured correctly, fully compliant, and strategically positioned so you don’t lose this opportunity due to avoidable errors.
How much would BW&CO Charge?
Fractional support is $300 per hour.
For startups, we offer a discounted rate of $250 per hour to make top-tier consulting more accessible while maintaining the same level of strategic guidance and proposal quality.
Additional Resources
See the solicitation here.