Illumination Works Awarded $97 Million Air Force Digital Modernization Contract

The U.S. Air Force announced it has awarded a contract for digital transformation for industrial modernization to Illumination Works, valued at up to $97 million (about $97M) over approximately 12 years. The award is a firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract, with work to be performed at several Air Logistics Complexes and Wright Patterson Air Force Base, under a sole source Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase III set-aside.

Work to be Completed Under Digital Transformation for Industrial Modernization Contract

The contract provides for a hybrid approach to integrative solutions supporting the Air Force’s ongoing digital transformation efforts. Specifically, Illumination Works will deliver services and technologies related to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) Enterprise Platforms, Data Analytics as a Service (DAaaS), Solution Factory, and Positive Inventory Control Fusion.

Key elements of the work include:

• IIoT Enterprise Platforms: Developing and integrating connected systems to enable real-time monitoring, data collection, and automation across industrial assets.
• Data Analytics as a Service: Providing advanced analytics capabilities to process large volumes of operational data, driving insights for maintenance, logistics, and supply chain optimization.
• Solution Factory: Establishing an innovation hub to rapidly prototype and deploy digital solutions tailored to the unique needs of Air Force logistics operations.
• Positive Inventory Control Fusion: Implementing systems that enhance inventory accuracy and accountability through digital tracking and fusion of data sources.

The work will be carried out at the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex, Ogden Air Logistics Complex, Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex, Wright Patterson Air Force Base, and associated geographically separated units. The contract is expected to run through August 31, 2036.

This award is part of the Air Force’s broader push to modernize its industrial base through digital transformation initiatives. By leveraging emerging technologies such as IIoT and advanced analytics, the service aims to improve readiness, efficiency, and resilience across its sustainment enterprise.

About Illumination Works

Illumination Works, based in Beavercreek, Ohio, specializes in delivering digital transformation solutions for government and commercial clients. The company has a track record of supporting Department of Defense initiatives through previous contracts focused on data analytics, artificial intelligence, and innovative technology development.

Recent relevant awards to Illumination Works include:

• DAAAS Task Order 02 PIC Fusion 20 ($9.6M) – Department of the Air Force
• Data Analytics as a Service SBIR Phase III Task Order 01 ($8.6M) – Air Force Sustainment Center
• DAAAS Task Order 3 ($6.5M) – Air Force Sustainment Center
• DAAAS Task Order 5 ($4M) – Air Force Sustainment Center
• Generative AI for Acquisition Process Acceleration ($1.8M) – Air Force Research Laboratory
• ODIN Financial Management AI ($1.2M) – Air Force Research Laboratory

These projects demonstrate Illumination Works’ experience in delivering advanced technology solutions within defense environments.

This award was disclosed by the DoD in its daily press release. Additional contract details will be available on HigherGov once disclosed by the government in approximately 90 days under FA810025DB005 after the contract is formally disclosed by the government.

Anna Davis

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