YOSHIDA TACTICAL
ID: YOSHIDARFI1Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8307 AFLCMC HNCK C3INSAN ANTONIO, TX, 78243-7007, USA

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f9416b6dfeda42449220f9b7b264a44d/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 5, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 10, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 25, 2025, 8:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking information from industry regarding the modernization of cryptographic capabilities through a Request for Information (RFI) titled "Yoshida Tactical." This RFI aims to gather insights on innovative solutions to address capability gaps within the Department of Defense's cryptographic systems, and it is intended solely for planning purposes, not as a solicitation for proposals or bids. The information collected will assist the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) in evaluating potential advancements in cryptographic technology. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses by the close of business on April 25, 2025, and should direct any inquiries to Brooke Carpino at Brooke.Carpino@us.af.mil. Additionally, participants must adhere to a Non-Disclosure Agreement regarding the sensitive information shared during this process, ensuring compliance with export control laws and the protection of proprietary data.

Point(s) of Contact
Brooke Carpino
Brooke.Carpino@us.af.mil
Files
Title
Posted
Air Force Documentation Use and Nondisclosure Agreement2.docx
Apr 10, 2025, 2:06 PM UTC
The Air Force's documentation outlines a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) relating to information obtained from the AFLCMC/HNCA Program Office. The primary purpose of this agreement is to govern the usage of sensitive data pertaining to the modernization of Department of Defense cryptographic capabilities by contractors. Key stipulations include that the contractor is prohibited from using the information for any purpose outside of its intended use, must destroy the information upon project completion, and cannot publish or sell any part of the information without explicit prior approval from the Air Force. Additionally, the document stresses compliance with export control laws, indicating that the information is exclusively for U.S. domestic use and cannot be shared with foreign entities. Violations can incur serious legal consequences. The agreement must be acknowledged and signed by the representative of the involved company, confirming that they understand and consent to the stated conditions.
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