All-domain Radiant Optical Research and Applications (ARORA)

The Air Force Research Laboratory is soliciting white papers for research and development in all-domain radiant optical research and applications (ARORA), focusing on photonic technologies.

General

Status:Open (active)

Solicitation Identifier:FA2377-26-R-B007

Due Date:Apr 30, 2031 08:30 PM

Posted Date:May 01, 2026 02:42 PM

Estimated Value:$30,000,000.00

Type:Request for Proposal (RFP)

Level:Federal

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all-domain radiant optical research and applications (arora)

Contacts

Name:Lauren Lozan

Address:2130 8th Street, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH, USA

Name:Adam Wentworth

Address:2130 8th Street, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH, USA

Name:Dr. Jarrett Vella

Phone:+19377138987

Description

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Sensors Directorate, is seeking white papers and proposals for the All-domain Radiant Optical Research and Applications (ARORA) program. This initiative aims to foster cooperative development of photonic technologies between government, commercial, and defense industrial entities. The program focuses on the design, fabrication, and testing of prototype photonic technologies that demonstrate advanced capabilities, providing technical offsets for Air Force applications and maintaining technical superiority while controlling costs. The ARORA program will involve basic and applied research, including the design and testing of photonic technologies. The research areas encompass advancements in directed energy, infrared sensing, signal processing, electronic warfare, position, navigation, and timing (PNT), and spectral agility. Deliverables may include data, software, and hardware such as research samples, devices, and prototypes, with the specific contract type to be determined based on the proposed research, likely Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF). Offerors are required to submit a white paper as the first step, followed by a technical and cost proposal for those whose white papers are deemed to best meet the Air Force's needs. Security risk reviews, including the submission of senior/key person profiles and security questionnaires, are mandatory. The program involves potential export control considerations, requiring a Certified DD Form 2345 for participation. Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 is required prior to award for systems processing Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

Title	Date Posted
Attachment 8 - SRR_Appendix 4 - AFRL Privacy Act for Covered Individuals Fillable.pdf	May 01, 2026 12:00 PM
Attachment 11 - Model Contract.pdf	May 01, 2026 12:00 PM
Attachment 6 - SRR_Appendix 2 - Security Program Questionnaire.docx	May 01, 2026 12:00 PM
Attachment 7 - SRR_Appendix 3 - RR Senior and Key Person Profile Worksheet.pdf	May 01, 2026 12:00 PM
Attachment 9 - AFRL Section K Representations and Certifications.docx	May 01, 2026 12:00 PM
Attachment 10 - Proposal Adequacy Checklist.pdf	May 01, 2026 12:00 PM
FA2377-26-R-B007 ARORA BAA Solicitation.pdf	May 01, 2026 12:00 PM
Attachment 2 - SOO Supplemental Requirements.pdf	May 01, 2026 12:00 PM
Attachment 5 - SRR_Appendix 1 - SF 424 - RR Key Person Expanded.pdf	May 01, 2026 12:00 PM
Attachment 3 - Exhibit A - Contract Data Requirements List CDRLs.pdf	May 01, 2026 12:00 PM
Attachment 4 - Security Risk Review (SRR) AFRLI 61-113.pdf	May 01, 2026 12:00 PM