ContractSources Sought

Ground Penetrating Radar

DEPT OF DEFENSE• FA5682GroundPenetratingRDR
Response Deadline
May 29, 2026
9 days left
Days Remaining
9
Until deadline
Set-Aside
No Set aside used
Notice Type
Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The U.S. Air Force, through FA5682 31 CONS, is conducting a Sources Sought/RFI for market research on acquiring a ground penetrating radar system. The requirement is for one GPR unit with a Panasonic G2 tablet controller, Bluetooth-enabled GPS compatibility, a built-in GPS pole adapter, Map Mode, APWA color-coded marking on 2D data and geo-referenced maps, 3D scan capability, and a rugged Ethernet connection between the tablet and antenna. The system must be IP65 rated for both the GPR and tablet, operate from -20°C to 40°C, support a 350 MHz frequency with a minimum range of 12 feet and a maximum range of at least 35 feet, and perform at Aviano, Pordenone, Italy. Responses are due by May 29, 2026 at 4:00 PM Central European Time and must include a capability statement, past performance, answers to the listed questions, company information, pricing, customary practices, CAGE code, and SAM registration confirmation.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
334519
Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing
PSC Code
6655
GEOPHYSICAL INSTRUMENTS

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
Sources Sought geo radar.docx
Word•23 KB•May 18, 2026
AI Summary
The US Air Force has issued a Sources Sought/Request for Information (RFI) to assess the market's capability to provide a ground penetrating radar (GPR) system. This RFI is for market research and planning purposes only, not a solicitation. The GPR must be easily paired with external Bluetooth-enabled GPS, include a built-in GPS pole adapter, and feature a Map Mode. It needs to place APWA color-coded marks on 2D data and geo-referenced maps simultaneously, collect, and create 3D scans. A rugged Ethernet cable is required for communication, and both the GPR and tablet must be IP65 rated. Key specifications include a Panasonic G2 Tablet controller, 350 MHz frequency, a minimum range of 12 ft, and a maximum range of at least 35 ft. The system should operate from -20°C to 40°C. Responses are due by May 29, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central European Time and must include a capability statement, past performance, answers to specific questions about requirements, company information, pricing, customary practices, CAGE code, and SAM registration confirmation.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMay 18, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineMay 29, 2026
expiryArchive DateJun 13, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA5682 31 CONS (UNIT 6102)

Point of Contact

Name
Francesca Corazzin

Place of Performance

AVIANO, Pordenone, ITALY

Official Sources

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