NAWCAD-FAA GPS Antenna Request for Information (RFI)
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAIR

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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), has issued a Request for Information (RFI) focused on the development of advanced anti-jam (AJ) and anti-spoofing (AS) Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technologies for civilian aircraft. This initiative is in response to the FAA's January 2024 Safety Alert regarding GPS/GNSS disruptions, aiming to enhance aviation safety by creating resilient navigation systems for commercial aircraft, particularly in environments susceptible to jamming and spoofing. The RFI invites industry stakeholders to provide technical documentation on existing and emerging antenna technologies, including performance metrics such as size, weight, power, and cost, to inform the development of updated Minimum Operational Performance Standards (MOPS) for GPS antenna systems. Interested parties can reach out to Michele Estep at michele.j.estep.civ@us.navy.mil or Samuel Dixon at samuel.p.dixon9.civ@us.navy.mil for further details.

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    Civilian GPS Advanced Antenna Matrix 07Nov2024.xlsx
    The document is a Request for Information (RFI) regarding a GPS antenna designed for civil applications, specifically focusing on the NAWCAD FAA GNSS multi-element antenna system. It outlines the technical specifications and readiness of the proposed antenna system, including its attributes such as anti-jamming technologies, signal capabilities, and power requirements. The submission notes the antenna's ability to detect spoofing and jamming threats and its Technical Readiness Level (TRL) is at 6, indicating readiness for operational environments. Pricing is established at $50,000 per unit, with a required lead time of six months. Vendor information, hardware availability for testing within three months, certification status, and customer focus are also provided. This RFI seeks to gauge interest from potential vendors and inform decision-making for future contracts, emphasizing the importance of advanced GPS technologies in enhancing civil navigation systems while ensuring safety against interference. Overall, the document illustrates the federal government’s ongoing commitment to acquiring state-of-the-art navigation technology to support various applications in air, land, and sea environments.
    FAA Antenna Roadmap and Questionnaire 16Feb2025.pdf
    The FAA Antenna Roadmap and Questionnaire seeks input from industry participants on enhancing antenna technologies for civil aviation. The document outlines specific questions regarding capabilities that can augment the DO-401 draft Minimum Operational Performance Standards (MOPS), focuses on advanced GPS integrity and antenna developments, and inquiries about research on GPS/GNSS secure radio frequency interference/spoofing systems. It encourages participants to detail any barriers they face, the expected timeframe for development, required investments for creating multi-element antennas, and the potential market for such products tailored to legacy and future avionics systems. The FAA is also interested in participants’ willingness to develop minimum operational standards for GPS/GNSS protection technologies. A Technology Roadmap is requested to outline proposed solutions. This RFI is part of the FAA's commitment to enhancing the safety and reliability of aviation technology, emphasizing the necessity for advanced systems to protect civil aviation from emerging threats.
    FAA GPS Antenna Request for Information 1-15-2025 V1.pdf
    The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) has released a Request for Information (RFI) to address the urgent need for anti-jam (AJ) and anti-spoofing (AS) Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technologies for civilian aircraft. This initiative, prompted by the FAA's January 2024 Safety Alert regarding disruptions in GPS/GNSS operations, aims to enhance aviation safety by developing resilient navigation systems for commercial aircraft, particularly business jets, in environments prone to jamming and spoofing. The RFI seeks to evaluate the capabilities of existing and emerging AJ/AS antenna technologies, focusing on their performance metrics such as size, weight, power, and cost. Participants are invited to provide technical documentation and insights on advancements, challenges, and market viability related to these technologies. The outcomes of this study will inform the development of updated Minimum Operational Performance Standards (MOPS) for AU/GPS antenna systems. The RFI emphasizes collaboration with industry stakeholders and outlines specific evaluation criteria for submissions, ensuring a comprehensive approach to enhancing navigation resilience against threats. Overall, this initiative underscores the FAA's commitment to improving civil aviation safety through innovative technology solutions in response to real-world operational challenges.
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