Upcoming: final RFP expected
Air Force TETRAS III
TETRAS III (Test and Evaluation Technologies for Ranges, Armaments and Spectrum) is the recompete of the Air Force Test Center's test and evaluation IDIQ, covering instrumentation, infrastructure and technical expertise for testing advanced weapons and cyber systems.
Last verified October 20, 2026. Dates change often: confirm on SAM.gov before acting.
What is in scope
- Range instrumentation, infrastructure and spectrum support
- Test and evaluation of weapons, aircraft and cyber systems
- Security requirements from Confidential to Top Secret
Key dates
- June 11, 2026Draft RFP released as a special notice
- Late June to July 2026Industry comment window
- On or about October 27, 2026Final RFP expected
- June 2028Estimated award (per listings)
Who should pursue it
- Test and evaluation, range and instrumentation contractors
- Engineering firms with Eglin, AFTC or DoD T&E past performance
- Small businesses positioning as subcontractors to likely primes
What to do now
- Confirm teaming before the final RFP drops
- Plan cleared staffing for Secret and Top Secret roles
- Map past performance to the draft evaluation factors
- Watch SAM.gov for the final solicitation
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Frequently asked questions
When is the TETRAS III final RFP coming?
Listings point to on or about October 27, 2026. Proposal due dates will be in the final RFP.
Is TETRAS III a small business set-aside?
Listings describe it as full and open. Small businesses can still compete or team.
Will cleared staff be required?
Listings mention security requirements up to Top Secret, so plan cleared staffing early.
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