RFI - Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC), Kucova AB, Albania
ID: FA2330-FMS-Albania-RFI-2Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2330 ARSPC MGNT SYSTMS AFLCMC/HBAHANSCOM AFB, MA, 01731, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

RADIO NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT, AIRBORNE (5826)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/81124c9dce2e4e86b427c4fdb3595335/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Aerospace Management Systems Division, is seeking information from potential vendors for the procurement of a Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC) system and an Instrument Landing System/Distance Measuring Equipment (ILS/DME) for the Albanian Armed Forces at Kucova Air Base, Albania. This procurement aims to enhance aviation support for NATO operations, requiring the provision and installation of the VORTAC system along with necessary infrastructure and communication solutions for air traffic control. Interested vendors are invited to submit their qualifications, relevant experience, and a rough order of magnitude for the project by March 31, 2025, while adhering to specific guidelines regarding documentation and proprietary information. For further inquiries, vendors may contact LaLinda Harrison at LaLinda.Harrison@us.af.mil or Richard Cincotta at Richard.Cincotta.1@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    LaLinda Harrison
    LaLinda.Harrison@us.af.mil
    Richard Cincotta
    Richard.Cincotta.1@us.af.mil
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    Albania RFI VORTAC Feb 2025.pdf
    The Aerospace Management Systems Division (AFLCMC/HBAN) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather market insights for a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) procurement of a Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC) system for the Albanian Armed Forces (AAF) at Kucova Air Base, Albania. This inquiry is for planning purposes only, with no obligation from the government to award a contract or issue a formal solicitation. The procurement includes the provision and installation of the VORTAC system, necessary site infrastructure, utility telephone systems, and communication solutions for air traffic control. Interested vendors are requested to submit qualifications, prior experience, and a rough estimate for the required solutions and services by March 31, 2025. Specific administrative details such as company information, unique identifiers, and business size should accompany submissions. The document emphasizes that responses must avoid proprietary content and that all communications must be directed to the listed government representatives. It is indicative of the U.S. government's intent to enhance military capabilities of foreign partners through strategic procurements, ensuring potential suppliers are clearly informed about requirements and submission protocols.
    Related Notice FA2330-FMS-Albania-RFI Dec 2024.pdf
    The U.S. Government, through the Aerospace Management Systems Division, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential vendors for a Foreign Military Sales procurement. The procurement involves providing one Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC) system and one Instrument Landing System/Distance Measuring Equipment (ILS/DME), along with the necessary infrastructure extensions to support the Albanian Armed Forces. The RFI indicates this is solely for market research and does not imply any commitment to contract. Interested parties are invited to submit their qualifications, relevant experience, and a rough order of magnitude for the project, which includes installation, testing, training, and logistical support. Responses should be submitted by January 31, 2025, and must adhere to specific guidelines regarding documentation and proprietary information. The project's overall goal is to enhance aviation support for NATO operations, requiring coordination with the Albanian Air Traffic Control system and adherence to stringent requirements for system support and maintenance.
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