Remotely Piloted Aircraft-Squadron Operations Centers (RPA-SOC) Cavok System Software and Support
ID: FA8689-25-R-B001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8689 AFLCMC WIIK UASWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7101, USA

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8b32c2e8399d412da76584aa301806f9/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), is seeking information from potential vendors for the procurement of the Cavok System Software and Support, aimed at enhancing Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Squadron Operations Centers (SOC). The contract will involve the provision of software licenses, technical support, installation assistance, and program management to ensure operational readiness and compliance with USAF cybersecurity requirements. The Cavok system, developed by Focused Support LLC, plays a critical role in facilitating tactical situation awareness for Medium Altitude Unmanned Aerial Systems (MAUAS) across various Air Force operational commands, thereby reinforcing U.S. defense capabilities. Interested parties must submit their responses to the Request for Information (RFI) by 5:00 pm EST on November 22, 2024, to Joseph Glenn at joseph.glenn.4@us.af.mil, as the government will not accept unsolicited proposals or cover any associated costs.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Joseph Glenn
    (937) 255-2625
    joseph.glenn.4@us.af.mil
    Lindy Lutz
    lindy.lutz.2@us.af.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Cavok Sustainment DRAFT PWS RFI Attachment.docx
    The Department of the Air Force is issuing a Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the Cavok System Software and Support Contract aimed at enhancing Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Squadron Operations Centers (SOC). Developed by Focused Support LLC, Cavok is a commercial-off-the-shelf software that facilitates tactical situation awareness for Medium Altitude Unmanned Aerial Systems (MAUAS) settings across several Air Force operational commands. The contract emphasizes the provision of software licenses, technical support (both remote and on-site), installation assistance, and program management to maintain the software's operational readiness and compliance with USAF cybersecurity requirements. Options for custom software development and enhanced connectivity for external-network collaboration are also outlined. The document underscores the critical role of the Cavok system in ensuring mission effectiveness at Air National Guard, Air Combat Command, and Air Force Special Operations Command locations, thereby reinforcing U.S. defense capabilities in unmanned aircraft operations.
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