SAM #FA302026Q0117

Procurement of Portable Multi-Band Tactical Software-Defined Radios and Accessories for Sheppard AFB

Sheppard Air Force Base is seeking to procure two complete portable, multi-band tactical software-defined radio (SDR) systems for secure ground-to-air voice communications within Command vehicles. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Air Force, 82d Contracting Squadron, Sheppard AFB, TX - 82 CES/CEF Logistics Chief - Products Requested: - Two (2) 30-512 MHz multiband tactical handheld transceiver assemblies - Features: VHF/UHF bands, AM/FM modulation, AES-256 encryption, ECCM, embedded GPS, software-defined radio architecture, MIL-STD-810G/H ruggedization - Interoperability: Must work with both military and civilian aircraft, specifically 80th Flying Training Wing aircraft - Accessories for each radio: - High-performance tape antenna - Drop-in charger unit - Carrying pouch/lanyard/belt clip - High-capacity lithium-ion battery - Operator and technical manual - Services Requested: - Delivery to Sheppard AFB, TX - Unique Requirements: - Radios must support frequency hopping, ECCM, and AES-256 encryption for secure communications - Must be ruggedized to MIL-STD-810G/H standards - 100% Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 334220 - Delivery is FOB Destination - No specific OEMs, brands, or part numbers are named in the solicitation or attachments. - Estimated contract value is likely in the low six-figure range, based on similar tactical radio procurements.

Description

Subject: Solicitation # FA302026Q0117 – Portable UHF Radios

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in RFO Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

This solicitation, FA302026Q0117, is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).

This requirement is for the acquisition of two portable, multi-band tactical software-defined radio (SDR) systems intended for ground-to-air voice communications at Sheppard AFB. The transceivers must be ruggedized to MIL-STD-810 standards, provide AES-256 encrypted communications, and be fully interoperable with both military and civilian aircraft radio networks.

Notice to Offerors: Funds are not presently available for this effort. No award will be made under this solicitation until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse an offeror for any costs.

The applicable NAICS code is 334220, and the small business size standard is 1,250 Employees. This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

All solicitation documents, including amendments, will be posted to this notice. Contractors are strongly cautioned to check for amendments periodically.

PROPOSAL SUBMISSION: The solicitation will close at 2:00 PM CDT on Friday, 18 September 2026. All quotes must be submitted via email to the Primary and Alternate contacts listed below.

QUESTIONS: All questions must be submitted via email no later than 12:00 PM CDT on Friday, 11 September 2026 to the Primary and Alternate contacts.

Place of Performance & Acceptance:

F.O.B. Destination; Sheppard AFB, TX 76311 (exact customer address will be provided in the resulting contract).

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