# Request for Information - Combat Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRC) Boats

Canonical: https://abierto.us/opportunities/fa862926r5012

- Solicitation number: FA8629-26-R-5012
- Notice type: Sources sought
- Status: Closed. Deadline was May 20, 2026 at 12:00 PM EDT
- Department: Department of the Air Force
- Agency: Department of the Air Force
- Contracting office: FA8629 AFLCMC Wisk Sof/Pr (FA8629)
- NAICS: 336612 Boat Building
- Place of performance: Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio
- County: Greene County (FIPS 39057). https://abierto.us/counties/greene-county-oh-39057
- City: Wright-Patterson AFB. https://abierto.us/cities/wright-patterson-afb-oh-3986660
- First posted: April 22, 2026
- Last posted: April 22, 2026
- SAM.gov: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/88bf1daf2aa341b2984356d4a6c43648/view

## Description

This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS)/Request for Information (RFI) is issued for informational purposes and market research only; it does not constitute a solicitation. The Government will not reimburse any company or individual for any expenses associated with preparing/submitting information in response to this posting. The information provided may be used by the Government in developing its acquisition strategy, statement of work/statement of objectives, and/or performance specifications.

Interested parties are responsible for adequately marking proprietary or competition sensitive information contained within their response as instructed later in this posting. 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 a CRRC.

The current Guardian Angel (GA) weapon system relies on CRRC boats and engines that are nearing the end of their service life and no longer fully meet the evolving requirements of the Personnel Recovery (PR) mission. The obsolescence of the current engine fleet and the limitations of the existing flat-bottom hull design in adverse weather conditions restrict operational capabilities and increase mission risk.

Specifically, the inability to operate effectively in rough seas limits the ability to conduct PR missions in certain geographic locations and weather conditions. The current program lacks a viable replacement solution that addresses these deficiencies, restores the weapon system’s full operational capability, and provides GA personnel with a reliable and effective CRRC system for all operational environments.

Furthermore, the decreased fuel efficiency or increased weight of a potential replacement engine adds logistical complexity and can reduce operational range. PLEASE SEE ATTACHMENT FOR FURTHER DETAILS AND INFORMATION ON HOW TO RESPOND.

## Publications

- April 22, 2026: Sources sought, due May 20, 2026 at 12:00 PM EDT. Notice 88bf1daf2aa341b2984356d4a6c43648. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/88bf1daf2aa341b2984356d4a6c43648/view

## Points of contact

- Jamie Sclafani, jamie.sclafani@us.af.mil

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