SOURCES SOUGHT FOR NORTH ATLANTIC TREATY ORGANIZATION (NATO) COMMUNICATIONS INFORMATION AGENCY (NCIA) UHF TACTICAL SATELLITE (TACSAT) RADIO FOR FOREIGN MILITARY SALES (FMS)
ID: K4-B-VAAType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APGABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21005-5001, USA

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK: SATELLITE AND RF COMMUNICATIONS PRODUCTS (HW, PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7G22)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0a1d4a5df106420eb420fd0ea98b8d7b/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Contracting Command, is conducting market research for a potential contract to supply UHF Tactical Satellite (TACSAT) radios for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) to NATO. The procurement aims to identify vendors capable of delivering up to 517 ruggedized advanced multiband multichannel TACSAT radio terminal equipment in three batches over a 36-month period, with specific requirements including dual-channel capability and compliance with NATO and U.S. secure communications standards. This initiative underscores the U.S. government's commitment to enhancing NATO operational capabilities and promoting small business participation through potential procurement set-asides. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities, including Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) pricing, by March 13, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Naomi Hooks at naomi.hooks2.civ@army.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Naomi Hooks
    naomi.hooks2.civ@army.mil
    Files
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    K4-B-VAA Market Survey 2024.pdf
    Sources Sought K4-B-VAA NATO Radios 26FEB2025.pdf
    The U.S. Army Contracting Command is seeking market research input for a potential contract involving the provision of UHF Tactical Satellite (TACSAT) radios intended for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) to NATO. This Sources Sought notice aims to identify companies capable of delivering up to 517 ruggedized advanced multiband multichannel TACSAT radio terminal equipment in three batches over a 36-month period. Requirements include technical specifications, such as dual-channel capability and compliance with NATO and U.S. secure communications standards. Interested vendors must demonstrate their ability to meet these capabilities, including a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) pricing and availability details. The submission deadline for interested parties is March 13, 2025, and feedback on submissions will not be provided. The initiative highlights the U.S. government's focus on enhancing NATO operational capabilities while encouraging participation from small businesses through potential set-asides in procurement processes. This notice underlines the government's commitment to ensuring security compliance and interoperability with NATO systems. Overall, the document aims to facilitate effective market engagement while maintaining transparency and voluntary participation for potential contractors.
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