RFI - Enhanced Data Rate (SEDR) Waveform onto Operational Radios
ID: C3NK-SEDR-0001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2291 AFLCMC C3NKHANSCOM AFB, MA, 01731-2100, USA

NAICS

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/63dd2df5384d43ec88ad7739f23beb0f/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), is seeking qualified vendors to assist in porting the Enhanced Data Rate (SEDR) Waveform onto operationally relevant software-defined radios. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to identify vendors capable of performing waveform porting, integration and testing, and obtaining necessary certifications, including NSA Type-1 and airworthiness, along with providing documentation and training. The SEDR waveform is critical for enhancing communication capabilities in tactical environments, ensuring operational readiness for military applications. Interested vendors must submit a Statement of Interest by December 19, 2025, detailing their qualifications and technical experience, while questions regarding the RFI are due by November 21, 2025. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Aidan Nugent at aidan.nugent@us.af.mil or Alexandra Hutchinson at Alexandra.Hutchinson.1@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Aidan Nugent
    aidan.nugent@us.af.mil
    Alexandra Hutchinson
    Alexandra.Hutchinson.1@us.af.mil
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    RFI SEDR Porting FINAL.pdf
    This Request for Information (RFI) from the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Aerial Networks Division (AFLCMC/C3N) seeks information from qualified vendors regarding their capabilities to port the Second Generation Anti-Jam Tactical UHF Radio for NATO (SATURN) Enhanced Data Rate (SEDR) Waveform onto operational radios. The RFI outlines a scope of work including waveform porting, integration and testing, certification (e.g., NSA Type-1, airworthiness), documentation, and training. Vendors are requested to submit a Statement of Interest detailing their company profile, technical experience with waveform porting, certification processes, supply chain risk management, Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM), and a notional schedule by August 22, 2025. This is for market research and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation for proposals or a commitment by the Government.
    RFI SEDR Porting Revised 03NOV25.pdf
    The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) to identify vendors capable of porting the Second Generation Anti-Jam Tactical UHF Radio for NATO (SATURN) Enhanced Data Rate (SEDR) Waveform onto operational radios. This RFI is not a request for proposal but seeks to determine the availability and adequacy of potential business sources. The scope of work includes waveform porting, integration and testing, obtaining necessary certifications (including NSA Type-1 and airworthiness), documentation, and training. Interested vendors must submit a Statement of Interest by December 19, 2025, detailing company profiles, technical experience, certification processes, supply chain risk management, Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM), and a notional schedule. Questions are due by November 21, 2025. Submissions may be reviewed by government and contractor personnel and are subject to FOIA requests. The government will not pay for information provided in response to this RFI.
    RFI SEDR Porting FINAL.pdf
    The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) issued a Request for Information (RFI) to assess market capability for porting the Enhanced Data Rate (SEDR) waveform onto existing operational radios for NATO’s Second Generation Anti-Jam Tactical UHF Radio (SATURN). This RFI does not solicit proposals but is aimed at gathering information about potential vendors’ expertise in waveform porting, integration, certification processes, and associated documentation and training. Interested companies must submit a Statement of Interest detailing their experience, technical qualifications, certification processes, supply chain risk management, project estimates, and schedules by August 22, 2025. The document emphasizes that responses are voluntary and may be made public under FOIA, and the Government will not reimburse costs related to RFI submissions. The intent is to collect information to assist in the potential future solicitation for a contract related to this effort, while outlining confidentiality responsibilities for proprietary submissions. The contact details for the contracting officer and specialist are included for further inquiries.
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