Embedded National Tactical Radio (ENTR) V4
ID: FA5555-24-R-0004Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8555 AFLCMC HBKAROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA

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Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking potential contractors for the production of the Embedded National Tactical Radio (ENTR) V4, as outlined in a recent Request for Information (RFI). The government aims to procure both footed and non-footed versions of this tactical radio under a five-year contract, with an initial order of 50 units and subsequent annual orders of 25 units, which are critical for multi-platform missions and enhancing situational awareness. Interested contractors, both small and large, are encouraged to submit their capabilities, prior experience, and production capacity by April 4, 2025, to Syemeiko Johnston at syemeiko.johnston.1@us.af.mil or by phone at 478-468-0627, as participation does not guarantee contract awards.

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    The Request for Information (RFI) issued by the U.S. government on March 5, 2025, seeks to identify potential contractors capable of producing the Embedded National Tactical Radio (ENTR) V4 for U.S. government and Department of Defense use. The government aims to procure both footed and non-footed versions of this tactical radio under a five-year contract, anticipating an initial order of 50 units, followed by 25 units annually. The ENTR V4 is essential for multi-platform missions and enables users to receive crucial data for threat management and situational awareness. Interested contractors must submit their capabilities for evaluation, demonstrating prior experience, technical data generation, and production capacity. The RFI encourages responses from both small and large businesses and emphasizes collaboration through subcontracting or joint ventures, especially from small businesses. It underscores that participation does not guarantee contract awards and emphasizes that responses should be submitted electronically by April 4, 2025. Companies must clearly outline their capabilities, prior experience, and arrangements to fulfill the government’s requirements while also detailing potential issues of parts obsolescence. Overall, this market research is critical for fulfilling the government’s procurement strategy while ensuring operational readiness.
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