MARA Digital Radio Head Interface RFI
ID: M67854-25-I-2032Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDERQUANTICO, VA, 22134-6050, USA

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/22dde7bb5b9249a1852b0548e4c7a52f/view
Timeline
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    Posted Jan 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Feb 14, 2025, 8:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Marine Corps Systems Command, is conducting market research for a Digital Radio Head Interface (DRHI) as part of its Modular Advanced Radio Architecture (MARA) initiative. This Request for Information (RFI) seeks to identify potential commercial suppliers capable of providing a radio system that adheres to industry standards such as CMOSS and SOSA, with specific requirements related to frequency ranges, power levels, interfacing capabilities, and device dimensions. The MARA system is crucial for enhancing command and control, communications, and other warfighting functions, primarily serving military occupational fields including infantry, communications, and fires. Interested vendors must submit their responses by February 14, 2025, and are encouraged to reach out to the designated contacts, Kirklyn Rutland and Kathryn E. Hurd, for further information and guidance on classified submissions.

Point(s) of Contact
Kirklyn Rutland
(571) 732-7409
kirklyn.rutland@usmc.mil
Kathryn E. Hurd
(703) 432-2866
kathryn.hurd@usmc.mil
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25I2032MARADigitalRadioHeadInterfaceRFI.docx
Jan 14, 2025, 10:05 PM UTC
The Marine Corps Systems Command has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for a Digital Radio Head Interface (DRHI) as part of its Modular Advanced Radio Architecture (MARA) initiative. This RFI aims to conduct market research on potential commercial suppliers for a radio system that utilizes various industry standards, including CMOSS and SOSA. The MARA system will support command and control, communications, and other warfighting functions, primarily for designated military occupational fields. The RFI outlines specific requirements for the DRHI, including frequency ranges, power levels, interfacing capabilities, device dimensions, and procurement lead time. Respondents must provide detailed company information and indicate whether they are large or small businesses, along with specific small business designations, if applicable. The submission deadline is set for February 14, 2025. It is important to note that this RFI does not solicit proposals or quotations, nor does it obligate the government to any procurement actions. The government aims to gather information to inform future acquisition strategies, ensuring any proprietary information submitted is protected under applicable laws. The document encourages vendors to coordinate closely with specified points of contact for any classified submissions.
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