Notice ID: d8936b6c673b4c7190b38d5c789ef362Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Warfighter Data Link Tactical Multi-band Radios and Accessories
Archived on May 29, 2026. Original response deadline: . Full description on SAM.gov.
Description
This is a pre-solicitation notice; this is not a solicitation for a Request for Proposal, Invitation to Bid, or a commitment, implied or otherwise, that AFTC/PZZF will take procurement action in the matter. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this posting or any follow-up information requests. The purpose of this notification is to inform industry of the USAF’s intent of contract action and possibly gain knowledge of other potentially qualified sources and their size classifications (small business, large business, etc.) please do not request a copy of solicitation, as one does not exist.
The AFTC Contracting Directorate (AFTC/PZZF), Edwards AFB intends to issue a sole source, Firm-Fixed Price Contract under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as implemented by RFO 6.103-1, to L3 Harris Technologies, Inc., 1680 University Ave. Rochester, NY
The applicable NAICS is 334220; Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
The following is a brief description of the acquisition requirements:
AMPLIFIED KIT:
1. RF-345M-MP003 AN/PRC-167 RADIO SYSTEM, MIL GPS/SCA COMPLIANT 4 EA
2. 12237-8940-0034 SW, FACTORY OPTION, SATURNED 4 EA
3. 12247-0100-02 VEHICLE MOUNT ASSY NGMP/VMS, SINGLE 2 EA
4. RF-410D-PA050 RF AMPLIFIER, BASE, GREEN 4 EA
5. 12265-0600-A006 CABLE ASSY, DC IN, EXTERNAL, PS5051 4 EA
6. GSA RF-5051-PS001 RF-5051 POWER SUPPLY, GREEN 6 EA
7. 12237-0821-A006 CABLE ASSY, LMR-240DB-UF, TNC (M) TO TNC (M) 8 EA
8. 12247-1510-A006 CABLE ASSY, PA CONTROL 4 4 EA
9. 12247-1502-A006 CABLE ASSY, RF5051PS TO VMS ADAPTER POWER 2 EA
10. 10535-0707-A050 CABLE, SPEAKER AUDIO 50FT 4 4 EA
11. 10535-0724-01 KIT, AC/DC PWR SUPPLY W/CABLE, RF-5980 SPKR, 6' KIT, AC/DC PWR SUPPLY W/ CABLE, RF-5980 SPKR, 6' 4 EA
12. GSA RF-5980-SA101 SPEAKER, DUAL NET, VEH MOUNT, CARC GREEN 4 EA
13. 12193-0601-A1 CABLE ASSY, 19-PIN TO DUAL AUDIO 2 EA
14. 12041-3160-02 2 CHNL SPKR/MIC, W EUD, 3.5MM 2 EA
15. 12237-0840-A006 CABLE ASSY, ETHERNET DATA 2 EA
16. 11400-1200-01 CABLE ASSY, FIRES, DB25, 57 INCH 2 EA
2.0 T-CASE 1
2.1 12247-6100-02 TRANSIT CASE SYSTEM, DUAL RF-410 1 EA
2.2 12247-6100-03 TRANSIT CASE SYSTEM, AN/PRC-167 1 EA
2.3 10400-0561-16 T-CASE (BLK), DUAL PS MT. 1 EA
There are no solicitation documents; however, any vendors that believe they can meet the requirements described should submit a complete technical package, which provides clear and convincing evidence that they can meet the Government’s requirement. The response should include any special requirements for a commercial contract (i.e. Commercial Financing, Warranty Provisions, Delivery Information, etc.).
All information furnished shall be in writing and must contain sufficient detail to allow the government representative to evaluate and determine if it can meet the requirement. The Air Force Test Center has appointed an Ombudsman to consider, and facilitate, the resolution of concerns from offerors, potential offerors, and others for this acquisition. Concerned parties should address their concerns, issues, disagreements, and/or recommendations to the Contracting Officer for resolution prior to consulting the Ombudsman.
Additionally, Department of the Air Force Federal Acquisition Regulation (DAFFARS) 5352.201-9101 – Ombudsman, will be included in any potential solicitation and contract for this acquisition. The AFTC Ombudsman contact information is as follows: Air Force Test Center Vice Commander 1 South Rosamond Blvd, Edwards AFB, CA 93524-3784. Phone Number (661) 277-2810, Facsimile Number (661) 277-7593, Email: aftc.workflow@us.af.mil.
Responses must be received no later than (NLT) 3:00 p.m., Pacific Daylight Time, 28 May 2026. Responses should be submitted via email to: Contracting Officer Susana Dryer (AFTC/PZZF), Email: susana.dryer@us.af.mil.
Overview
Agency:
Department of WarDepartment of the Air Force
Office:AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE TEST CENTER.FA9302 AFTC PZZ
Posted:May 12, 2026
NAICS:334220: Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
Last Updated:Aug 21, 2026
PSC:5810: COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY EQUIPMENT AND COMPONENTS
Set-Aside:Not specified
Type:Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Place of Performance:Edwards, California, 93524
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- Combined SynopsisCurrentMay 12, 2026
Warfighter Data Link Tactical Multi-band Radios and Accessories
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9.25.2025 - This solicitation is being put on hold indefinitely. | Special Notice | 334220 | Total Small Business Set-Aside | 09/25/2025 | Open | E Rncho Dmngz, CA | |
The Department of the Air Force, Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), Air Force Test Center (AFTC), AFTC/PZZF, Edwards AFB, CA, hereby issues this Combined Synopsis/Solicitation and Notice of Intent to award a sole-source, Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order. This transaction is conducted pursuant to RFO 6.103-1, "Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements," as implemented by RFO FC 12.201-1, "Simplified procedures." The Government intends to award a sole-source contract exclusively to ACG Systems, Inc. (CAGE: 1FRK9; COTS Vendor/Small Business), located at 133 Defense Highway, Annapolis, MD 21401-7023. 2. REQUIREMENT DESCRIPTION: The Contracting Officer has determined that only the following original equipment manufacturer (OEM) part numbers can satisfy the agency’s critical technical requirements: - Line Item 01: [P/N: 01-P58564R002] URC-300 VHF/UHF Transceiver Assembly, COTS, O&M Manual (Qty: 1 EA) - Line Item 02: [P/N: US00240100-001] Universal Mounting Bracket System for URC-300 (Qty: 1 EA) - Line Item 03: [P/N: 30-P58549R001] DC Power Cable (Qty: 1 EA) - Line Item 04: [P/N: 85-P39217N001-C3] VHF/UHF Spring Loaded Mobile Antenna (Qty: 1 EA) - Line Item 05: [P/N: US00300049-001] Antenna Mounting Bracket, Roof Mount with Integrated Cable (Qty: 1 EA) - Line Item 06: [P/N: 50-P53272R001-C3] Speaker Microphone (Qty: 1 EA) - Line Item 07: [P/N: 01-P57870R001] Remote Control Unit (RCU) enabling CM-350 V2 dual transceiver control (Qty: 1 EA) - Line Item 08: [P/N: 60837-001] Palm Microphone for CM-300/350 (V2) Transmitter (Qty: 1 EA) - Line Item 09: [P/N: SH-40] Receiver/Transmitter Compatibility Connector (Qty: 1 EA) - Line Item 10: [P/N: 30-P58653R050] URC-300 to RCU Audio Interface Cable, 50 ft (Qty: 1 EA) - Line Item 11: [P/N: 15-P58596R002] URC-300 Battery Connector Cover (Qty: 1 EA) 3. DETERMINATION AND JUSTIFICATION: ACG Systems, Inc. is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and maintains a strict direct-sales model with zero authorized third-party distributors or resellers for Air Force acquisitions. The required hardware represents an expansion of the existing URC-300 baseline telemetry suite integrated under previous contract FA9302-22-F-G596. This equipment is technically required to natively interface with the B-52 CERP Mobile Telemetry Van's proprietary CM-350 V2 control protocols and must satisfy mandatory military TEMPEST/EMI shielding requirements. Procurement of alternative commercial hardware is legally and economically restricted. Sourcing non-ACG hardware would render the existing subsystem entirely inoperable, resulting in a direct, severe duplication of hardware and integration labor costs. Furthermore, introducing an uncertified brand would trigger a mandatory, comprehensive TEMPEST recertification of the Mobile Telemetry Van and introduce a critical 6-to-9-month laboratory testing delay. This delay would halt telemetry flight-test support, directly threatening overall B-52 engine replacement timelines and Chief of Staff of the Air Force (CSAF) operational readiness targets. In accordance with RFO policies, this requirement cannot be satisfied through any mandatory source, including AbilityOne or UNICOR. 4. RESPONSE INSTRUCTIONS AND POINT OF CONTACT: This notice of intent does not constitute a competitive Request for Quotes (RFQ) or Request for Proposals (RFP). However, in accordance with RFO FC 12.202, any responsible source that believes it can satisfy the aforementioned requirements may submit a formal capability statement. To be considered, any prospective challenger must submit written, legally binding documentation demonstrating: A) Direct, unmodified technical compatibility with the proprietary CM-350 V2 Remote Control Unit protocols. B) Current military TEMPEST and EMI certification data for integration into 419FLTS classified shelters. C) Explicit, written authorization from the OEM (ACG Systems, Inc.) verifying reseller or distributor status. All capability statements must be submitted via email to Contract Specialist/Contracting Officer Josiah Broadway at josiah.broadway@us.af.mil no later than September 3, 2026, at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST). A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed action based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement in the future. | Combined Synopsis | 334220 | No Set-Aside | 08/31/2026 | 09/03/2028 | 0, TX | |
INTRODUCTION SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY This Sources Sought Notice (SSN) is issued for information and market research planning purposes; it does not constitute a solicitation or a promise to issue a solicitation. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is not seeking proposals at this time, but strictly the information requested, herein. Requests for a solicitation or proposals sent in response to this notice will not receive a response. Furthermore, those who respond to this SSN should not anticipate feedback with regards to its submission. Not responding to this SSN does not preclude participation in any future solicitation. The information provided in this SSN is subject to change and does not bind the Government to any future obligations. All submissions become the property of the Government and will not be returned. SUMMARY OF SCOPE The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service (NESDIS), under the Office of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Observations and the Near Earth Orbit Network (NEON) / NOAA Antenna as a Service (NAaaS) program, is seeking industry capabilities and feedback regarding the procurement, fabrication, factory integration, testing, packaging, and sustainment of (5) receive-only satellite ground station systems for the PENGUIN Ground Stations project at McMurdo Station, Antarctica. See SOURCES SOUGHT 10-15-26 PENGUIN Ground Stations - Antenna Procurement Statement of Work FINAL for detailed scope of work information. PENGUIN Ground Station Overview Within NESDIS, the Office of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Observations maintains long-standing partnerships that support the acquisition, transport, processing, and distribution of environmental satellite data. These partnerships include cooperation with the European Organization for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites under the JPSS Program and are expected to expand to support the European Organization for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites (EUMETSAT) Polar System Second Generation (EPS-SG) constellation of microwave sounders. McMurdo Station, Antarctica, provides a strategic high-latitude location for polar-orbiting satellite data acquisition. At approximately 77.8 degrees south latitude, McMurdo enables frequent access to polar-orbiting satellites and supports Stored Mission Data downlink opportunities for NOAA and partner mission satellites. Additional receive-only ground station capability at McMurdo is required to maintain continuity, resiliency, and growth capability for NOAA environmental data acquisition architecture. The receive-only antenna and radome systems procured under this effort are expected to support known near-term mission needs, including EPS-Sterna L-band data acquisition at McMurdo. The Sterna L-band mission baseline includes Stored Mission Data (SMD) reception. The delivered antenna system is expected to include installed L-, S-, and X-band receive hardware capability. NOAA/NAaaS will establish S-band and X-band performance and interface specifications to support future mission requirements; these parameters are identified in the procurement technical specification. KEY ASSUMPTIONS AND RESPONSE INFORMATION Period of Performance: Base Period: 2 March 2027 – 1 March 2028 Option Period 1: 2 March 2028 – 1 March 2029 Locations: Performance of this work shall be conducted at the contractor’s facility. Delivery is expected to be made to the Government-designated logistics handoff point, currently Port Hueneme, California. NAICS and Size Standard: The Government contemplates the use of the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code: 334220- Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing, with the corresponding small business size standard of 1,250 employees. This is an open Sources Sought for all interested parties regardless of size, small businesses are encouraged to respond. The Government accepts recommendations for alternative NAICS codes. If a recommendation is provided, please provide the rationale for any code applicable to the planned acquisition other than the NAICS code identified above. Required Response Information: Interested Contractors are required to provide the following information in response to this Sources Sought Notice announcement: Company Name/Division, mailing address, e-mail address, telephone number, facsimile number, and website URL (if available). A single Point-of-Contact name, title, telephone number, and e-mail address. Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code, Tax Identification Number (TIN), and company structure (Corporation, LLC, partnership, joint venture, etc.). Please note that companies must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered potential sources (https://www.sam.gov). Business Size (regardless of company size) and any socio-economic status, especially those qualified as one or more of the following: Small Business. 8(a) firm (must be certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Small Disadvantaged Business (must be certified by the SBA). Woman-Owned Small Business. Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business. HUBZone firm (must be certified by the (SBA). Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (must be listed in the VetBiz Vendor Information pages). A Capability Statement outlining why the respondent believes its firm has the capability to meet all these requirements outlined within SOURCES SOUGHT 10-15-26 PENGUIN Ground Stations - Antenna Procurement Statement of Work FINAL Relevant Past Performance Experience. Evidence of past performance of requirements similar in size, scope, and complexity. Conflict of Interest: Please detail the extent to which the respondent is aware of any potential organizational conflict of interest (actual or perceived) issues related to this requirement. Response Format: In order to better assist in the review of responses to this Sources Sough Notice, respondents are encouraged to prepare a capabilities statement that closely adheres to the following format: The document format shall be either Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format, or Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format that is searchable. Responses shall be prepared using 12-point font, 1-inch margins, and 8.5-inch by 11-inch paper and shall not exceed fifteen (15) pages in length, including images, data displays, charts, graphs, and tables. SUBMISSION DEADLINE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The responses received will assist the Government with identifying the number and nature of the entities that consider themselves feasible technical solution providers. Respondents are encouraged to ensure that their responses are complete and address all items outlined within this Sources Sought Notice. This Sources Sought Notice does not constitute a commitment, implied or otherwise, that a procurement action will be issued. Proprietary information will be safeguarded in accordance with the applicable government regulations. Any material received will be considered to be public domain unless clearly marked (on each page) as proprietary. The Government will not be liable for or suffer any consequential damages for proprietary information not properly identified. Respondents are hereby notified that as part of this process, NOAA may share the information obtained from this market research with other US Government agencies. The Government is not obligated to respond to any submissions. The Government is not obligated to review responses to this Sources Sought Notice received after the deadline. Each respondent, by submitting a response, agrees that any cost incurred by it in responding to this Sources Sought Notice, or in support of activities associated with this Sources Sought Notice, shall be the sole responsibility of the respondent. The Government will incur no obligations or liabilities whatsoever, to anyone, for any costs or expenses incurred by the respondent in responding to this Sources Sought Notice. This Sources Sought Notice is not a solicitation for a contract or grant award. Response Submission Requirements and Deadline: Responses to this Sources Sought Notice should be submitted via e-mail attachments, received no later than 5:00PM EST, Friday, October 23, 2026, to: Submit responses to both: Tamalia Adams at tamalia.adams@noaa.gov (Contracting Officer), and Scott DeLoera (Scott.deloera@noaa.gov) (Contract Specialist) This Sources Sought Notice is not a solicitation for a contract or grant award, however, interested parties are advised to check SAM.gov for additional requests for information and updates. | Market Research | 334220 | No Set-Aside | 10/16/2026 | 10/23/2026 | Port Hueneme, CA | |
INTRODUCTION SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY This Sources Sought Notice (SSN) is issued for information and market research planning purposes; it does not constitute a solicitation or a promise to issue a solicitation. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is not seeking proposals at this time, but strictly the information requested, herein. Requests for a solicitation or proposals sent in response to this notice will not receive a response. Furthermore, those who respond to this SSN should not anticipate feedback with regards to its submission. Not responding to this SSN does not preclude participation in any future solicitation. The information provided in this SSN is subject to change and does not bind the Government to any future obligations. All submissions become the property of the Government and will not be returned. SUMMARY OF SCOPE The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service (NESDIS), under the Office of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Observations and the Near Earth Orbit Network (NEON) / NOAA Antenna as a Service (NAaaS) program, is seeking industry capabilities and feedback regarding the procurement, fabrication, factory integration, testing, packaging, and sustainment of (5) receive-only satellite ground station systems for the PENGUIN Ground Stations project at McMurdo Station, Antarctica. See Attachment 1: McMurdo PENGUIN Ground Stations - Statement of Work for detailed scope of work information. PENGUIN Ground Station Overview Within NESDIS, the Office of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Observations maintains long-standing partnerships that support the acquisition, transport, processing, and distribution of environmental satellite data. These partnerships include cooperation with the European Organization for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites under the JPSS Program and are expected to expand to support the European Organization for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites (EUMETSAT) Polar System Second Generation (EPS-SG) constellation of microwave sounders. McMurdo Station, Antarctica, provides a strategic high-latitude location for polar-orbiting satellite data acquisition. At approximately 77.8 degrees south latitude, McMurdo enables frequent access to polar-orbiting satellites and supports Stored Mission Data downlink opportunities for NOAA and partner mission satellites. Additional receive-only ground station capability at McMurdo is required to maintain continuity, resiliency, and growth capability for NOAA environmental data acquisition architecture. The receive-only antenna and radome systems procured under this effort are expected to support known near-term mission needs, including EPS-Sterna L-band data acquisition at McMurdo. The Sterna L-band mission baseline includes Stored Mission Data (SMD) reception. The delivered antenna system is expected to include installed L-, S-, and X-band receive hardware capability. NOAA/NAaaS will establish S-band and X-band performance and interface specifications to support future mission requirements; these parameters are identified in the procurement technical specification. KEY ASSUMPTIONS AND RESPONSE INFORMATION Period of Performance: Base Period: 2 March 2027 – 1 March 2028 Option Period 1: 2 March 2028 – 1 March 2029 Locations: Performance of this work shall be conducted at the contractor’s facility. Delivery is expected to be made to the Government-designated logistics handoff point, currently Port Hueneme, California. NAICS and Size Standard: The Government contemplates the use of the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code: 334220- Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing, with the corresponding small business size standard of 1,250 employees. This is an open Sources Sought for all interested parties regardless of size, small businesses are encouraged to respond. The Government accepts recommendations for alternative NAICS codes. If a recommendation is provided, please provide the rationale for any code applicable to the planned acquisition other than the NAICS code identified above. Required Response Information: Interested Contractors are required to provide the following information in response to this Sources Sought Notice announcement: Company Name/Division, mailing address, e-mail address, telephone number, facsimile number, and website URL (if available). A single Point-of-Contact name, title, telephone number, and e-mail address. Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code, Tax Identification Number (TIN), and company structure (Corporation, LLC, partnership, joint venture, etc.). Please note that companies must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered potential sources (https://www.sam.gov). Business Size (regardless of company size) and any socio-economic status, especially those qualified as one or more of the following: Small Business. 8(a) firm (must be certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Small Disadvantaged Business (must be certified by the SBA). Woman-Owned Small Business. Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business. HUBZone firm (must be certified by the (SBA). Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (must be listed in the VetBiz Vendor Information pages). A Capability Statement outlining why the respondent believes its firm has the capability to meet all these requirements outlined within Attachment 1: McMurdo PENGUIN Ground Stations - Statement of Work Relevant Past Performance Experience. Evidence of past performance of requirements similar in size, scope, and complexity. Conflict of Interest: Please detail the extent to which the respondent is aware of any potential organizational conflict of interest (actual or perceived) issues related to this requirement. Response Format: In order to better assist in the review of responses to this Sources Sough Notice, respondents are encouraged to prepare a capabilities statement that closely adheres to the following format: The document format shall be either Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format, or Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format that is searchable. Responses shall be prepared using 12-point font, 1-inch margins, and 8.5-inch by 11-inch paper and shall not exceed fifteen (15) pages in length, including images, data displays, charts, graphs, and tables. SUBMISSION DEADLINE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The responses received will assist the Government with identifying the number and nature of the entities that consider themselves feasible technical solution providers. Respondents are encouraged to ensure that their responses are complete and address all items outlined within this Sources Sought Notice. This Sources Sought Notice does not constitute a commitment, implied or otherwise, that a procurement action will be issued. Proprietary information will be safeguarded in accordance with the applicable government regulations. Any material received will be considered to be public domain unless clearly marked (on each page) as proprietary. The Government will not be liable for or suffer any consequential damages for proprietary information not properly identified. Respondents are hereby notified that as part of this process, NOAA may share the information obtained from this market research with other US Government agencies. The Government is not obligated to respond to any submissions. The Government is not obligated to review responses to this Sources Sought Notice received after the deadline. Each respondent, by submitting a response, agrees that any cost incurred by it in responding to this Sources Sought Notice, or in support of activities associated with this Sources Sought Notice, shall be the sole responsibility of the respondent. The Government will incur no obligations or liabilities whatsoever, to anyone, for any costs or expenses incurred by the respondent in responding to this Sources Sought Notice. This Sources Sought Notice is not a solicitation for a contract or grant award. Response Submission Requirements and Deadline: Responses to this Sources Sought Notice should be submitted via e-mail attachments, received no later than 5:00PM EST, Tuesday, October 20, 2026, to: Submit responses to both: Tamalia Adams at tamalia.adams@noaa.gov (Contracting Officer), and Scott DeLoera (Scott.deloera@noaa.gov) (Contract Specialist) This Sources Sought Notice is not a solicitation for a contract or grant award, however, interested parties are advised to check SAM.gov for additional requests for information and updates. | Market Research | 334220 | No Set-Aside | 10/15/2026 | 10/20/2026 | Port Hueneme, CA | |
INTRODUCTION SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY This Sources Sought Notice (SSN) is issued for information and market research planning purposes; it does not constitute a solicitation or a promise to issue a solicitation. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is not seeking proposals at this time, but strictly the information requested, herein. Requests for a solicitation or proposals sent in response to this notice will not receive a response. Furthermore, those who respond to this SSN should not anticipate feedback with regards to its submission. Not responding to this SSN does not preclude participation in any future solicitation. The information provided in this SSN is subject to change and does not bind the Government to any future obligations. All submissions become the property of the Government and will not be returned. SUMMARY OF SCOPE The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service (NESDIS), under the Office of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Observations and the Near Earth Orbit Network (NEON) / NOAA Antenna as a Service (NAaaS) program, is seeking industry capabilities and feedback regarding the procurement, fabrication, factory integration, testing, packaging, and sustainment of (5) receive-only satellite ground station systems for the PENGUIN Ground Stations project at McMurdo Station, Antarctica. See Attachment 1: McMurdo PENGUIN Ground Stations - Statement of Work for detailed scope of work information. PENGUIN Ground Station Overview Within NESDIS, the Office of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Observations maintains long-standing partnerships that support the acquisition, transport, processing, and distribution of environmental satellite data. These partnerships include cooperation with the European Organization for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites under the JPSS Program and are expected to expand to support the European Organization for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites (EUMETSAT) Polar System Second Generation (EPS-SG) constellation of microwave sounders. McMurdo Station, Antarctica, provides a strategic high-latitude location for polar-orbiting satellite data acquisition. At approximately 77.8 degrees south latitude, McMurdo enables frequent access to polar-orbiting satellites and supports Stored Mission Data downlink opportunities for NOAA and partner mission satellites. Additional receive-only ground station capability at McMurdo is required to maintain continuity, resiliency, and growth capability for NOAA environmental data acquisition architecture. The receive-only antenna and radome systems procured under this effort are expected to support known near-term mission needs, including EPS-Sterna L-band data acquisition at McMurdo. The Sterna L-band mission baseline includes Stored Mission Data (SMD) reception. The delivered antenna system is expected to include installed L-, S-, and X-band receive hardware capability. NOAA/NAaaS will establish S-band and X-band performance and interface specifications to support future mission requirements; these parameters are identified in the procurement technical specification. KEY ASSUMPTIONS AND RESPONSE INFORMATION Period of Performance: Base Period: 2 March 2027 – 1 March 2028 Option Period 1: 2 March 2028 – 1 March 2029 Locations: Performance of this work shall be conducted at the contractor’s facility. Delivery is expected to be made to the Government-designated logistics handoff point, currently Port Hueneme, California. NAICS and Size Standard: The Government contemplates the use of the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code: 334220- Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing, with the corresponding small business size standard of 1,250 employees. This is an open Sources Sought for all interested parties regardless of size, small businesses are encouraged to respond. The Government accepts recommendations for alternative NAICS codes. If a recommendation is provided, please provide the rationale for any code applicable to the planned acquisition other than the NAICS code identified above. Required Response Information: Interested Contractors are required to provide the following information in response to this Sources Sought Notice announcement: Company Name/Division, mailing address, e-mail address, telephone number, facsimile number, and website URL (if available). A single Point-of-Contact name, title, telephone number, and e-mail address. Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code, Tax Identification Number (TIN), and company structure (Corporation, LLC, partnership, joint venture, etc.). Please note that companies must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered potential sources (https://www.sam.gov). Business Size (regardless of company size) and any socio-economic status, especially those qualified as one or more of the following: Small Business. 8(a) firm (must be certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Small Disadvantaged Business (must be certified by the SBA). Woman-Owned Small Business. Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business. HUBZone firm (must be certified by the (SBA). Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (must be listed in the VetBiz Vendor Information pages). A Capability Statement outlining why the respondent believes its firm has the capability to meet all these requirements outlined within Attachment 1: McMurdo PENGUIN Ground Stations - Statement of Work Relevant Past Performance Experience. Evidence of past performance of requirements similar in size, scope, and complexity. Conflict of Interest: Please detail the extent to which the respondent is aware of any potential organizational conflict of interest (actual or perceived) issues related to this requirement. Response Format: In order to better assist in the review of responses to this Sources Sough Notice, respondents are encouraged to prepare a capabilities statement that closely adheres to the following format: The document format shall be either Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format, or Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format that is searchable. Responses shall be prepared using 12-point font, 1-inch margins, and 8.5-inch by 11-inch paper and shall not exceed fifteen (15) pages in length, including images, data displays, charts, graphs, and tables. SUBMISSION DEADLINE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The responses received will assist the Government with identifying the number and nature of the entities that consider themselves feasible technical solution providers. Respondents are encouraged to ensure that their responses are complete and address all items outlined within this Sources Sought Notice. This Sources Sought Notice does not constitute a commitment, implied or otherwise, that a procurement action will be issued. Proprietary information will be safeguarded in accordance with the applicable government regulations. Any material received will be considered to be public domain unless clearly marked (on each page) as proprietary. The Government will not be liable for or suffer any consequential damages for proprietary information not properly identified. Respondents are hereby notified that as part of this process, NOAA may share the information obtained from this market research with other US Government agencies. The Government is not obligated to respond to any submissions. The Government is not obligated to review responses to this Sources Sought Notice received after the deadline. Each respondent, by submitting a response, agrees that any cost incurred by it in responding to this Sources Sought Notice, or in support of activities associated with this Sources Sought Notice, shall be the sole responsibility of the respondent. The Government will incur no obligations or liabilities whatsoever, to anyone, for any costs or expenses incurred by the respondent in responding to this Sources Sought Notice. This Sources Sought Notice is not a solicitation for a contract or grant award. 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Additional Details
Solicitation Number
FA930226Q0056
Archive Date
May 29, 2026
Office Address
EDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185