HERMES BAA CALL: Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine-Combined Cycle (RDRE-CC) Flight Demonstration

Estimated Value: $30,000,000
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Oct 19, 2026
Nov 16, 2026 6:00 PM
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541715
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AI Summary
The Department of the Air Force is seeking proposals for the development and flight demonstration of a Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine-Combined Cycle (RDRE-CC) propulsion system. The goal is to mature this technology from TRL 3 to TRL 6, culminating in a flight test to validate its potential for future high-speed munitions. Interested parties must submit a White Paper outlining their technical approach, schedule, and cost.
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Line Items
ItemQtyUnitEst. Unit PriceEst. TotalCategory
Research and Development for Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine-Combined Cycle (RDRE-CC) Propulsion System Maturation (TRL 3 to TRL 6) 1 project $15,000,000.00 $15,000,000.00 Professional Services
RDRE Development and Testing 1 project $5,000,000.00 $5,000,000.00 Professional Services
Integrated RDRE-CC Direct-Connect and Freejet Testing 1 project $5,000,000.00 $5,000,000.00 Professional Services
Vehicle Development for Flight Demonstration (Sounding Rocket) 1 project $3,000,000.00 $3,000,000.00 Professional Services
Ground-Launched, Sounding-Rocket-Boosted Flight Demonstration of RDRE-CC System 1 demonstration $2,000,000.00 $2,000,000.00 Professional Services
Estimated Bid Value$30,000,000.00

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