AN/USC-28(V) Satellite Communication Sets (SCS)

SOL #: PANAPG-26-P-0000039405Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Army

W6QK ACC-APG

ABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21005-1846, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Guided Missiles (J014)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fd0fc75d0e5b4ff486b0d6a37e4f53cb/view

Timeline

Posted

Mar 10, 2026

Last Updated

Mar 11, 2026

Response Deadline

Mar 19, 2026, 2:00 PM

Qualification Details

Fit reasons

NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.

Risks

Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.

Next steps

Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.

Quick Summary

The US Army Communications-Electronic Command (CECOM) is conducting a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources capable of providing maintenance support for AN/USC-28(V) Satellite Communication Sets (SCS) and the Charon Merged Emulator. This market survey aims to gauge industry capabilities and relevant experience for a potential Cost-Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. Responses are due March 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT.

Scope of Work

The requirement includes, but is not limited to:

Depot-level repair and overhaul of Line Replaceable Units (LRUs), Shop Replaceable Units (SRUs), and end-items for both airborne and ground-based systems.
Providing Field Maintenance Technician (FMT) support.
Testing, inspection, and certification of equipment.
Management of Government-Furnished Property (GFP).
Implementation of a Failure Reporting, Analysis, and Corrective Action System (FRACAS).
Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) management.
Configuration Management and Control. Respondents should note that the government does not own a complete Technical Data Package (TDP) for all components, requiring potential reverse engineering capabilities.

Contract Details

Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for a potential Cost-Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.
Estimated Ordering Period: Three years (36 months) with two 12-month option periods.
Set-Aside: Not specified (typical for an RFI).
Place of Performance: To be determined at the delivery/task order level.
Product Service Code: J014 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Guided Missiles).

Submission & Deadlines

Response Deadline: Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT.
Format: Microsoft Word or Excel, not exceeding 15 pages, Arial font size 12.
Submission Method: Email to roxanne.barbaris.civ@army.mil and alyson.n.scholz.civ@army.mil.
Content: Capability statement including company details (Name, CAGE, DUNS, Address, POC, Business Size), demonstration of technical expertise, facilities, personnel, equipment, and responses to the Contractor Questionnaire.
Accounting System Requirement: Offerors must possess an accounting system capable of reporting costs per FAR subpart 31.2 if a cost-type contract is utilized.

Additional Notes

This is a Sources Sought Notice only and not a Request for Proposal (RFP). No payment will be made for information submitted, and no Industry Day is planned. Telephone calls or office visits will not be accepted.