Enterprise Select Class II

The Enterprise Select Class II program, as outlined in Program Element (PE) 0701200F, is a new initiative within the Air Force's Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) budget for Fiscal Year 2026. This program is situated under Budget Activity 4: Advanced Component Development & Prototypes (ACD&P), which focuses on evaluating integrated technologies and prototype systems in realistic operational environments. The primary objective of this program is to address capability gaps in organizational clothing and individual equipment (OCIE) for Air Force personnel, particularly in the context of near-peer and great power competition threats.

The main line item within this program is Combat Ready Airmen (CRA) - RDT&E (Project 64712R). The goal of the CRA project is to ensure Air Force personnel are properly equipped and ready to operate effectively, regardless of the adversary or environment. This effort encompasses requirements management, test and evaluation, assurance of operational safety, suitability, effectiveness, initial acquisition, and product support management for enterprise-level OCIE modernization. The project is managed by the Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), specifically the A4RX office at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.

For FY 2026, the CRA project is allocated RDT&E funding to modernize OCIE in response to evolving threats and to close existing capability gaps. The modernization effort is expected to have a significant impact on personnel readiness by ensuring that airmen have access to the most effective and suitable equipment available. The funding will support activities such as operational safety, suitability and effectiveness (OSS&E) assessments, as well as the determination of appropriate material solutions for identified needs.

The program's objectives also include the execution of lead command roles and responsibilities in managing the requirements and lifecycle of OCIE. This involves conducting high-fidelity testing and evaluation of new equipment and integrated technologies in realistic operational settings. By doing so, the Air Force aims to validate the performance and suitability of new OCIE items before they are fielded to the broader force.

Another key objective of the Combat Ready Airmen (CRA) - RDT&E project is to support the initial acquisition process for new OCIE solutions. This includes not only the technical evaluation of potential products but also the management of product support strategies to ensure long-term sustainability and effectiveness. The project will leverage RDT&E appropriations to conduct these activities, which are critical for maintaining a combat-ready force in the face of emerging threats.

The funding realignment from FY 2025 to FY 2026 reflects the new start status of the effort, with resources being shifted to support OSS&E activities and material solution assessments. There are no prior year expenditures or planned funding beyond FY 2026 at this time, indicating that this is an initial investment intended to lay the groundwork for future OCIE modernization initiatives.