Radio Frequency Switch
ID: FA872325R0004Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8723 AFLCMC HBQK C BMPETERSON AFB, CO, 80914-2900, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/ca1ed08b696246b583e23a17ef09bf7d/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Space Systems Command under the Department of the Air Force, is seeking information from potential contractors regarding the production and deployment of 70 Radio Frequency Switch (RFS) units, along with 11 spare units, for the Upgraded Early Warning Radar (UEWR) system. The objective is to identify vendors capable of manufacturing and installing these units at five designated radar sites, including locations in the United States and the United Kingdom, while ensuring compliance with security and program management standards. This initiative is critical for modernizing radar capabilities without disrupting existing operations, thereby enhancing national defense and operational readiness. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses, including company details and capabilities, to the designated contacts by the specified deadline, as this is a Request for Information (RFI) and not a solicitation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Scott Donnellon
    scott.donnellon.1.ctr@spaceforce.mil
    Ashley Esquivel
    ashley.esquivel@spaceforce.mil
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    RFS SOW - DRAFT - 20241212.docx
    The document outlines the Statement of Work (SOW) for the procurement, deployment, and testing of 81 Radio Frequency Switch (RFS) units for the Upgraded Early Warning Radar (UEWR) system, managed by Space Systems Command (SSC). The SOW specifies that the contractor must procure, fabricate, and install RFS units at five sites, including RAF Fylingdales in the UK and Cape Cod Space Force Station in Massachusetts. The units will enable modernization without disrupting legacy operations. Emphasizing security and program management, the document details requirements such as adherence to information security standards and the execution of various management reviews and fabrication reports. It also mandates thorough testing protocols, risk management, and configuration management. The SOW includes guidelines for training personnel and ensures effective data management throughout the contract period. It discusses the use of Government Furnished Property (GFP) and Information (GFI) for successful project execution. In summary, this SOW serves as a comprehensive guide for the contractor on the expectations and obligations for deploying critical radar technology, highlighting the project's strategic importance to national defense and operational readiness.
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