KC-135 Radio Altimeter 5G Filter RFI
ID: FA8105-24-R-0004Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8105 AFLCMC WKKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS (1680)

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https://sam.gov/opp/0be6a43eaf6e456989114bed76f83796/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force's KC-135 Program Office, is seeking industry input through a Request for Information (RFI) regarding a 5G emissions filter for the KC-135 aircraft's radio altimeter. The objective is to identify potential commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) solutions that can protect the aircraft from interference caused by 5G technology, thereby ensuring operational integrity. This initiative is crucial for maintaining a competitive advantage for warfighters and will involve a virtual Industry Day on October 3, 2024, where participants can engage in technical discussions and one-on-one sessions. Interested parties must submit their responses by September 26, 2024, and can contact Jacob Booth at jacob.booth@us.af.mil or Trae Warcup at richard.warcup.1@us.af.mil for further information.

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    Jacob Booth
    (405) 615-8007
    jacob.booth@us.af.mil
    Trae Warcup
    richard.warcup.1@us.af.mil
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    KC-135 Radio Altimeter 5G Filter Industry Day Flyer.pdf
    The KC-135 Program Office is hosting an Industry Day on October 3, 2024, to seek industry input on a commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) 5G Emissions Filter to protect the aircraft's radio altimeter from interference caused by 5G technology. The event will occur virtually via Microsoft Teams and invites technology firms, government stakeholders, and experts in communications and cybersecurity to explore potential solutions. Key objectives include soliciting technological advancements, identifying sources with proven capabilities, fostering information exchanges within the program, and providing networking opportunities for collaboration among stakeholders. Participants will engage in technical discussions and one-on-one sessions to facilitate partnerships that enhance the KC-135's operational integrity against 5G interference. Response submissions are due by September 26, 2024, with additional details to follow. Contact points for further information include contracting officers and program managers listed in the document. This initiative is part of broader efforts to maintain a competitive advantage for warfighters through effective technology solutions.
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