Request for Information: Tactical Secure Voice/Anti-Jam Radio Communications
ID: 822571804Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY (DISA)TELECOMMUNICATIONS DIVISION- HC1013SCOTT AFB, IL, 62225-5406, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/201a1e94277147328e85b816c58cba24/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), is seeking industry input via a Request for Information (RFI) for the development of a Tactical Secure Voice/Anti-Jam Radio Communication system. This initiative aims to enhance secure and reliable communication capabilities for air-to-ground and ground-to-air operations within the Continental United States (CONUS) NORAD Region, specifically supporting operations at Tyndall AFB and other locations. The requirements include maintaining interoperability with existing systems, ensuring robust anti-jamming features, and providing capabilities such as UHF/VHF line-of-sight operation and encryption. Interested vendors must submit their responses by April 11, 2025, via email to the designated contacts, Kristin S. Martin and Jessica D. Penick, as detailed in the RFI documentation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kristin S. Martin
    kristin.s.martin2.civ@mail.mil
    Jessica D. Penick
    jessica.d.penick.civ@mail.mil
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    RFI - Tactical Secure Voice - Anti-Jam Radio Comm.pdf
    Air Forces Northern (AFNORTH) is seeking industry input through a Request for Information (RFI) focused on developing a Tactical Secure Voice/Anti-Jam Radio Communication system. This initiative is crucial for enhancing air-to-ground and ground-to-air communication within the Continental United States (CONUS) NORAD Region, specifically to support operations at Tyndall AFB, EADS in Rome, NY, and WADS at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA. The requirements include secure and reliable communication capability across 148 remote sites while maintaining interoperability with existing systems and ensuring robust anti-jamming features. Technical specifications demand capabilities such as UHF/VHF line-of-sight operation, local and end-to-end encryption, and a maintenance support agreement. Vendors are encouraged to propose various solutions including all-in-one systems, networked approaches, hybrids, or upgrades to existing infrastructure. Responses should detail proposed solutions, performance metrics, scalability, and cost structure. The RFI is strictly for information gathering and does not commit the government to issue a solicitation or contract award. Interested vendors are to submit responses by April 11, 2025, via email, adhering to specified guidelines.
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