Request for Information - 40 HP Outboard Motor and Ancillary Equipment for Combat Rubber Raiding Craft

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The United States (US) Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance & Special Operations Forces (ISR & SOF) Directorate, Special Warfare (SW) Program Office (AFLCMC/WISN) is conducting market research to identify possible sources capable of providing 40 Horsepower (HP) Motors and Ancillary Equipment for the Combat Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRC) boats for USAF operators.

The flexibility of the inflatable boat allows it to fulfill multiple mission roles during peacetime, military operations other than war, or combat missions, and can be utilized in any water environment. Mission roles include rescue and recovery operations during peacetime, as an infiltration/exfiltration platform during war, and as an administrative support platform or safety boat during training. See Attachment for capability requirements and additional information.