SAM #N00019-26-RFPREQ-JSFCDS-0049

Sole Source IFED Software Modification for F-35 Program (Quantum Resistant Algorithms)

The Department of Defense, through the F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO) and Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), is announcing its intent to sole source a contract for critical software modifications to the In-Line File Encryption Device (IFED) used in the F-35 program. - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense, F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO), Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) - OEM Highlight: - Lockheed Martin Aeronautics is identified as the sole qualified source for this requirement - Products/Services Requested: - Modification of IFED software to incorporate government-mandated Quantum Resistant algorithms - Testing and integration of the modified software - Ensuring the software update can be applied in the field without opening the device enclosure - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Contractor must possess secret security clearance - Work is specific to the F-35 program and IFED equipment - No product part numbers or purchase quantities are specified - Place of Performance: - Work to be performed in Fort Worth, Texas, with government offices in Arlington, VA and contracting office at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD

Description

The F-35 JPO has a requirement to modify the In-Line File Encryption Device (IFED) software to use government mandated Quantum Resistant algorithms which will facilitate the verification of all signed code inside of the IFED equipment. Contractors will be responsible for testing and integration of modified code. The vendor shall verify that the software update can be applied in the field without opening the enclosure.

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