Real World Radio Compliance Upgrade
ID: FA480325R0009Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4803 20 CONS LGCASHAW AFB, SC, 29152-5125, USA

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

PSC

RADIO AND TELEVISION COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT, EXCEPT AIRBORNE (5820)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4a6eb954531c41509c8327f33782d8a8/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 16, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 16, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 23, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking small businesses to provide a Real World Radio Compliance Upgrade under RFQ: FA480325R0009. The procurement involves acquiring two CM350 UHF transceivers and one URC300 transceiver to enhance communication capabilities for flying operations, emergency management, and mission coordination, replacing outdated equipment to ensure compliance with AFMAN 10-207. This upgrade is critical for maintaining direct communication with aircraft, thereby supporting effective command and control during operations. Interested firms must submit a capability statement to the designated contacts by January 23, 2025, and should refrain from sending questions or proposals at this stage, as further solicitation will follow.

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UFR 1 Radio Compliance Upgrade Sources Sought.pdf
Jan 16, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The U.S. Government is seeking information from small businesses for the Real World Radio Compliance Upgrade under RFQ: FA480325R0009, due January 23, 2025. The request specifically focuses on acquiring two CM350 UHF transceivers and one URC300 transceiver to enhance communication for flying operations, emergency management, and mission coordination. This upgrade replaces outdated radio equipment, ensuring compliance with AFMAN 10-207, which mandates that Command Posts maintain at least one Ultra High-Frequency radio for direct communication with aircraft. Interested firms must submit a capability statement, including business details, to designated contacts by the stipulated deadline. The announcement clarifies that no questions or proposals should be sent at this stage and that further solicitation will follow separately.
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