IFF Transponder Package
ID: FA491324Q0004Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4913 AFCENT PMOAPO, AE, 09309-1279, USA

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLIES, BOARDS, CARDS, AND ASSOCIATED HARDWARE (5998)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/70dc547cc3154f35a3dfd569769eea14/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting proposals from Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs) for the supply of IFF Transponder Packages, which include antennas and associated shipping services. The procurement aims to meet the operational requirements for integration with Group 1 and 2 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), necessitating specific technical characteristics such as AIMS certification, compatibility with Mode 3/C and ADS-B Out, and adherence to defined physical dimensions and power specifications. This initiative underscores the importance of supporting small businesses in military logistics while ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations. Interested parties should refer to solicitation number FA491324Q0004 and contact Oisin Doyle at oisin.doyle.1@us.af.mil for further details, with submissions due by the specified deadlines.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Oisin Doyle
    oisin.doyle.1@us.af.mil
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    Solicitation - FA491324Q0004.pdf
    The document outlines a procurement solicitation specifically for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs) related to the supply of IFF Transponder Packages, including antennas and associated shipping services. It details key administrative information such as the solicitation number (FA491324Q0004), contact information for the contracting officer, and submission deadlines. The primary components include the specifications for the antennas and transponders, pricing arrangements on a firm fixed-price basis, and delivery instructions indicating that items will be shipped to Dover Air Force Base and then transported to Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Key points include various regulatory requirements for small business participation, including set-aside provisions for economically disadvantaged WOSBs and other specified business types. The solicitation addresses pertinent clauses related to contract administration and stipulates requirements for unique item identification and invoicing via the Wide Area Workflow system. This procurement demonstrates a commitment to supporting small businesses in military logistics while ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations.
    Transponder_Package_Salient_Characteristics.pdf
    The document outlines the salient characteristics and requirements for transponders and antennas intended for integration with Group 1 and 2 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). The transponder specifications dictate physical dimensions (maximum width of 64 mm, height of 89 mm, depth of 26 mm, and weight limit of 190 grams) and operational requirements, including a maximum power draw of 3 Watts and a minimum transmit power of 250 Watts. It mandates AIMS certification and compatibility with Mode 3/C and ADS-B Out. The transponders must support open-source autopilot software and enable mission-based activation for traffic deconfliction in UAS operations. The antenna requirements specify compatibility with the 1090 MHz frequency, aligning with the transponder’s needs for effective UAS integration. Overall, this document serves as a technical guideline in response to federal RFPs, specifying necessary characteristics for manufacturers to meet the operational requirements of the UAS platforms within the regulatory framework of airspace management and safety protocols.
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