Common Very Low Frequency (VLF) Increment 2 (CVRi2) Modernization
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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, AFNWC/NC3's VLF Enterprise Program Office (EPO) is soliciting proposals for the Common Very Low Frequency (VLF) Increment 2 (CVRi2) Modernization. This Fair Opportunity Proposal Request (FOPR) seeks the design of a "common" advanced VLF capability to modernize legacy VLF NC3 airborne and ground-based systems and equip future platforms. Proposals are due July 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
This program aims for the rapid development of a production-ready, fully functional very low frequency receiver and its required ancillary support equipment. The desired system must be Crypto Modernization-2 (CM2) compliant, New Waveform capable, NSA certified, and Open Mission Systems (OMS) capable, serving as a "common, one-size-fits all" receiver. This will enable secure Beyond Line of Site communications for Emergency Action Messages across all levels of conflict. The place of performance is Hanscom AFB, MA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Fair Opportunity Proposal Request (FOPR) under AFLCMC/XA IDIQ contract (FA8684-23-D-B112).
- Awards: Government intends to award one or two Delivery Orders (DOs) based on best-value determination and funding availability.
- Procedure: Conducted in accordance with Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) 16.507. DoD source selection procedures do not apply.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Published Date: April 15, 2026.
- CAGE Code/Classified Info Location Due: April 20, 2026, 4:00 PM ET.
- Proposal Due Date: July 1, 2026, 8:00 PM ET.
Eligibility & Access
Offerors must be awardees under Category 2 of the referenced AFLCMC/XA IDIQ (FA8684-23-D-B112) to be eligible for consideration. The solicitation package contains Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and access is restricted to Offerors certified by the Joint Certification Program (JCP). Offerors must provide their CAGE Code and identify all locations where classified information will be accessed, handled, or processed to the Contracting Officer by April 20, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be based on a best-value determination and the availability of funding. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation.