# AFRL National Research Network Request for Information

Canonical: https://abierto.us/opportunities/rfiafrlfa238520269320

- Solicitation number: RFI-AFRL-FA2385-2026-9320
- Notice type: Special notice
- Status: Closed. Deadline was March 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM EDT
- Department: Department of the Air Force
- Agency: Department of the Air Force
- Contracting office: FA2385 USAF AFMC AFRL PZL AFRL RSKD (FA2385)
- First posted: February 20, 2026
- Last posted: February 20, 2026
- SAM.gov: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/38d7c5a321b54a7c9cb48aa997ae299c/view

## Description

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is requesting information to identify potential sources to provide faster, more-trusted communication and network entry solutions for distributed research networks that meet future DAF needs. AFRL is exploring the next evolution of its successful Regional Networks pilot program to continue to foster innovation and accelerate the development of transformational capabilities relevant to both the U.S. Air Force (USAF) and the U.S. Space Force (USSF). Please review attached PDF document for complete details of the Request for Information.

## Publications

- February 20, 2026: Special notice, due March 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM EDT. Notice 38d7c5a321b54a7c9cb48aa997ae299c. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/38d7c5a321b54a7c9cb48aa997ae299c/view

## Points of contact

- Whitney Foxbower, whitney.foxbower@us.af.mil

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