Notice ID: e1b5e080c8c641029b49372b95d5efb5Sources Sought
NC3 Specialized Engineering and Technical Services
Archived on June 9, 2026. Original response deadline: . Full description on SAM.gov.
Description
The AFNWC Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) Directorate (AFNWC/NC) purpose is to integrate the AN/USQ-225 NC3 Weapon System across the Department of the Air Force, to ensure our Nation’s leaders and warfighters have assured communications anytime, under any conditions. This request is for technical services, modeling & simulation, and Analysis of Alternatives in support of the Air Force NC3 Weapon System
Overview
Agency:
Department of WarDepartment of the Air Force
Office:AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE NUCLEAR WEAPON CENTER.NUCLEAR COMMAND, CONTROL & COMMUNICATION WEAPON.FA2299 AFNWC/PZHW
Posted:May 11, 2026
NAICS:541715: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Last Updated:Aug 21, 2026
PSC:AC12: NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE - MILITARY; APPLIED RESEARCH
Set-Aside:No Set aside used
Type:Sources Sought
Place of Performance:Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts, 01731
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Contacts
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Primary Contact
Secondary Contact
Liz Poole
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Lifecycle
Solicitation:
FA229926SNCW2- Market Research
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- Market ResearchCurrentMay 11, 2026
NC3 Specialized Engineering and Technical Services
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Additional Details
Solicitation Number
FA229926SNCW2
Archive Date
Jun 9, 2026
Office Address
HANSCOM AFB, MA, 01731-1801