THE CHALLENGE
Traditional procurement for complex weapon systems is slow, document-heavy, and resource-intensive. In many cases, paper-based submissions and static evaluations often lead to long acquisition timelines, redundant engineering efforts, and higher costs. As a result, program offices need a way to modernize the acquisition process so that it keeps pace with rapidly evolving operational requirements while still maintaining strict security standards.
THE APPROACH
Wingbrace pioneered the Digital RFP capability, a model-based, AI-enabled acquisition process that replaces traditional document-driven workflows. This approach allows industry bidders to submit fully digital models of their proposed solutions. These models can be evaluated in simulated operational environments, giving acquisition teams real performance insights before contracts are awarded. In addition, the process also supports work streams across multiple security domains, enabling tool-assisted integration of high-side and low-side information to maximize collaboration while maintaining hardened security.
THE IMPACT
→ Streamlined the procurement process and reduced acquisition timelines
→ Enabled digital model evaluation within simulated mission environments
→ Maximized component and subsystem reuse to reduce non-recurring engineering
→ Lowered development costs through early performance validation
→ Improved collaboration across security domains without compromising security
THE WHY
Ultimately, Digital RFP is more than an efficiency upgrade. It is a transformation of how weapon systems are acquired. By replacing static documents with dynamic, testable digital models, Wingbrace enables faster, more informed decisions, better cost control, and higher mission readiness. For customers, it means greater agility and value. Meanwhile, for teams, it creates a collaborative environment where innovation and security move forward together.