Ettus SDR's 1.6GHz BW Software Defined Radios
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 Army is conducting a Sources Sought (market survey) to identify capable sources for high-performance, high-channel-density Software Defined Radios (SDRs) for the 179th CW/MSC in Mansfield, OH. The requirement is for Ettus Research USRP X400-Series or equivalent solutions to serve as a laboratory baseline for complex electronic warfare algorithms. Responses are due June 14, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This market research aims to:
- Identify authorized commercial distributors and Value-Added Resellers (VARs) capable of supplying specific Ettus Research brand-name equipment.
- Test the commercial marketplace to determine if alternative "equivalent" products exist that can meet stringent phase-coherency requirements without disrupting the existing proprietary software pipeline.
The Government anticipates a need for SDRs that are single, monolithic COTS devices with direct RF sampling built upon advanced RFSoC technology (e.g., Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ ZU28DR-2 or equivalent). Key specifications include a minimum of eight independent transmit and eight independent receive channels, instantaneous bandwidth up to 1.6 GHz per channel, a frequency range of 30 MHz to 4 GHz IF, and strict phase coherency of < 1° RMS within the device.
Alternative Solutions
Vendors proposing alternative or "equivalent" hardware platforms must explicitly address integration with the Government's existing software ecosystem, which relies on the USRP Hardware Driver (UHD) and RF Network-on-Chip (RFNoC) frameworks. Responses must include a technical transition plan, estimated timeline and Level of Effort (LOE) for software porting, and confirmation of API compatibility (proprietary vs. open-source/GNU Radio).
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit a Capability Statement (maximum 5 pages) by June 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST. Submissions should clearly indicate if the vendor is a:
- Category A: Brand-Name Reseller (Ettus Research/NI products) – requiring company details (Name, CAGE, UEI, Socio-Economic Status) and proof of authorization.
- Category B: Alternative/Equivalent Solution Provider – requiring company details, technical specification sheets proving compliance with salient characteristics, and a detailed response to the software integration requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (Large and Small Businesses are invited)
- Response Due: June 14, 2026, 1:00 PM EST
- Published: June 7, 2026
Additional Notes
This is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment to issue a solicitation or award a contract. Responses will not be used to determine vendor standing or qualification for future requirements.