Request for Information (RFI): Modular Open Radio Frequency Architecture (MORA) Aligned RF Amplifier - System
ID: W56KGY-25-R-KC01Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APGABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21005-1846, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

ELECTRONIC COUNTERMEASURES, COUNTER-COUNTERMEASURES AND QUICK REACTION CAPABILITY EQUIPMENT (5865)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b49f192d545d499b878fc6c9f0d55536/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the development of a Modular Open Radio Frequency Architecture (MORA) Aligned RF Amplifier System. This RFI aims to gather information on potential sources and emerging technologies that can support a vehicle-mounted RF distribution and amplification system, with responses requested from cleared defense contractors. The government emphasizes that this inquiry is for information-gathering purposes only and does not indicate a commitment to solicit proposals or award contracts. Interested parties must submit their white papers, detailing technical specifications, capabilities, and rough cost estimates by March 26, 2025, and can request draft requirements through DoD Safe. For further inquiries, contact Kellie R. Clavijo at kellie.r.clavijo.civ@army.mil or Jay Kent at jay.a.kent.ctr@army.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kellie R. Clavijo
    kellie.r.clavijo.civ@army.mil
    Jay Kent
    jay.a.kent.ctr@army.mil
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    RFI - MODULAR OPEN RADIO FREQUENCY ARCHITECTURE (MORA) ALIGNED RF AMPLIFIER - SYSTEM.pdf
    The U.S. Army has issued a Request for Information (RFI) concerning the development of a Modular Open Radio Frequency Architecture (MORA) Aligned RF Amplifier System. This RFI aims to assess potential sources and explore emerging technologies that will support the needs of a vehicle-mounted RF distribution and amplification system. Responses are requested from cleared defense contractors, which should include a white paper detailing technical specifications, capabilities, and a rough cost estimate for different procurement quantities. The government emphasizes that this is solely for information gathering and does not signify a commitment to solicit proposals or award contracts. Interested parties must submit their responses by March 26, 2025, and can request draft requirements, which are accessible through DoD Safe. The document specifies submission protocols, requirements for industry qualification, and follows strict federal regulations on procurement processes, illustrating the government's strategic planning in defense technology advancements.
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