BOSS HW/SW MX Renewal
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Department of the Air Force (FA8126 AFSC PZIMB) has published an Award Notice for the BOSS HW/SW MX Renewal (PSC: 7A21 - Business Application Off The Shelf Software). This notice includes a Single Source Justification for awarding the contract to Tactical Communications Group, LLC (TCG), the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), for critical product support related to Multi-functional Information Distribution System (MIDS) Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS) upgrades for E3 AWACS aircraft. The place of performance is S Coffeyville, OK.
Scope of Work
The required support, known as the BOSS Platinum Plan, is peculiar to TCG. It enables the simulation of tactical datalinks and the creation of nets between terminals, essential for testing and development of software impacting Data Link Communication for specific aircraft (E-3, E-7, and E-767).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Award Notice (Single Source Justification)
- Set-Aside: None
- Published: April 23, 2026
Justification & Future Opportunities
The justification highlights TCG as the OEM, stating that the BOSS Platinum Plan product support is peculiar to them. The government intends to continue soliciting industry to determine if competition can be introduced for similar requirements in the future. Bidders interested in this area should note the current single-source justification and the government's intent to explore future competitive opportunities.
Contact Information
Primary Point of Contact: Alicia McGill (alicia.mcgill@us.af.mil). Secondary Point of Contact: Anthony Dollard (anthony.dollard@us.af.mil).