The Integrated Broadcast Service (IBS) System Program Office is seeking market research responses for a new hardware/firmware-based encryption/decryption system to replace the KIV 7M device. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather input to inform an acquisition strategy, potentially facilitating a competitive bidding process or Small Business Set-Aside. Interested parties are encouraged to respond but at their own cost, with no obligation on the Government's part to issue a contract. The requested encryption device must support up to 16 channels, meeting defined COMSEC requirements, including NSA Type-1 certification for SECRET level data. It should handle specific report formats, ensuring compliance with military standards. The document outlines requirements regarding operational performance, key handling, encryption capabilities, physical characteristics, and interface specifications. The ideal solution should require no scheduled maintenance and use commercially available materials while achieving a minimum MTBF of 100,000 hours. Responses must be submitted electronically by April 30, 2025, providing company details and demonstration of relevant capabilities, including the ability to produce prototypes and timelines for certification. This RFI serves to guide potential future contract solicitations without guaranteeing any specific acquisition paths.

The Integrated Broadcast Service (IBS) System Program Office (SPO) is seeking information for the acquisition of hardware/firmware-based encryption/decryption systems to replace the KIV 7M device. This Request for Information (RFI) invites responses to assess market capabilities and to potentially create a competitive acquisition strategy, including possible small business set-asides. The new system must meet specific COMSEC and performance requirements, facilitating the encryption of classified data across multiple channels while conforming to military standards. Key functional specifications include support for up to 16 operational channels, NSA Type-1 certification for SECRET data, and compatibility with existing key management systems. The system design should allow for encryption with minimal latency and include various interfaces for connecting to network systems. Additionally, the system is required to have a no-cost prototype capability, provide extensive documentation, and ensure a high reliability rate (MTBF of at least 100,000 hours). Responses to this RFI should include company information and an overview of capabilities by May 9, 2024, with details on production capacity and long-term support. The document underscores the government’s ongoing commitment to enhancing secure communications through advanced technology.