Request for Information (RFI) for the INTEROPERABLE DATA LINKS SYSTEMS AND RGS (Support and Sustainment)
ID: FA239825Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2398 CM CT INT SRV RCN AFLCMC/HBGHANSCOM AFB, MA, 01731, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a5621ecd99e54a8caf8ed4737df8e24b/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of the Air Force is seeking industry input through a Request for Information (RFI) for Operations and Maintenance (O&M) support related to the Interoperable Data Links Systems and Ground Stations (RGS), which are critical for the USAF's Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions. The RFI aims to gather innovative solutions that can achieve a 99% system availability rate and provide 24-hour site support for multiple mission scenarios, emphasizing the importance of logistics sustainment and contractor site support personnel. Interested parties, particularly small and disadvantaged businesses, are encouraged to submit a 3-page Executive Summary along with responses to ten specific questions regarding their capabilities and experience, with submissions due 15 days following the RFI's release. For further inquiries, interested contractors can contact Jared Duhaime at jared.duhaime.1@us.af.mil or Scott Maitland at scott.maitland@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jared Duhaime
    jared.duhaime.1@us.af.mil
    Scott Maitland
    scott.maitland@us.af.mil
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    Data Links 2025 RFI v3.docx
    The Department of the Air Force has issued a Request for Information (RFI) aimed at gathering industry input for support services related to the Interoperable Data Links System and Ground Stations (RGS) vital for USAF's Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions. The RFI seeks innovative solutions for Operations and Maintenance (O&M) support, with a focus on achieving a 99% system availability rate and providing 24-hour site support for multiple missions. Responses are encouraged from all businesses, with emphasis on small and disadvantaged business concerns, while highlighting the importance of identifying proprietary information. Interested parties must submit a 3-page Executive Summary and responses to ten specific questions regarding their capabilities, experience, and approach to cybersecurity, logistics support, and collaboration with other contractors. The government clarifies that this RFI does not guarantee future contracts and serves as preliminary market research. The deadline for submissions is 15 days following the RFI's release, with the opportunity for additional clarification from the government if necessary.
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