SS - AFRL/DO Transceiver for SkyVision Test Site
ID: SS-AFRL-PZLEQ-2025-0010Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2396 USAF AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND AFRL PZL AFRL PZLEWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7541, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

RADIO AND TELEVISION COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT, EXCEPT AIRBORNE (5820)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5e306527baa6472bae9ef16a68cc1425/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), is seeking sources for a software-defined transceiver to be utilized at the SkyVision Test Site in Springfield, Ohio. The transceiver must support VHF and UHF communication, comply with Department of the Air Force, FCC, and FAA regulations, and include essential components such as antennas, a remote control unit, and a VoIP Gateway for IP network compatibility. This procurement is critical for enhancing safe operations and communication between air assets while monitoring local air traffic, with strict adherence to MIL-STD-461G for EMI/EMC certification. Interested parties can contact Jason Sav at jason.sav@us.af.mil for further details regarding this sources sought notice.

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    Jason Sav
    jason.sav@us.af.mil
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    Minimum Requirements Document.pdf
    The document outlines the requirements for a transceiver at the AFRL SkyVision Test Site in Springfield, OH, intended to facilitate communication between air assets and monitor local air traffic for safe operations. The AFRL Operations Directorate requires a software-defined transceiver capable of VHF and UHF communication, compliant with DAF, FCC, and FAA regulations. Key specifications include frequency ranges, channel spacings, performance metrics, and installation in both a mobile unit and the airport tower. Additionally, antennas, a remote control unit, and VoIP Gateway for IP network compatibility are necessary, with strict adherence to MIL-STD-461G for EMI/EMC certification. This document is a formal request for proposals (RFP) aimed at acquiring the needed communication systems and ensuring compliance with mandated standards, thereby enhancing S&T flight test activities at the site.
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