F-16 Blk 50 CEESIM VPX
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, specifically AFSC OL H PZIE, is seeking to procure a CEESIM-VPX, 2 channel 4 port 2-40 GHz 10U chassis emitter generation rack for the F-16 Block 50 Software Integration Lab (SIL) at Hill Air Force Base, UT. This is a sole source requirement to support Operational Flight Program (OFP) testing for new Electronic Warfare (EW) systems by simulating true combat conditions. Offers are due June 19, 2025.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of the CEESIM-VPX system, which provides radio frequency (RF) simulation of multiple, simultaneous emitters linked to static/dynamic platforms. Key requirements include:
- CEESIM-VPX, 2 channel 4 port 2-40 GHz 10U chassis emitter generation rack.
- One year of hardware support.
- Standard 12-month warranty.
- Item Unique Identification and Valuation in accordance with DFARS 252.211-7003.
Contract Details
- Type: Sole Source Solicitation (implies fixed-price structure).
- Set-Aside: Sole Source.
- Product Service Code: 5820 (Radio And Television Communication Equipment, Except Airborne).
- Place of Performance: Hill Air Force Base, UT 84056.
Submission & Evaluation
- Questions Deadline: June 2, 2025, 1700 MT. Submit via email to audrey.lee.3@us.af.mil (CC christa.phillips.1@us.af.mil).
- Offers Due: June 19, 2025, 1700 MT (05:00 PM Local Time).
- Submission Method: Electronically to audrey.lee.3@us.af.mil (CC christa.phillips.1@us.af.mil).
- Evaluation Criteria: Price and technical capability of the item offered. Proposals will be evaluated using the Proposal Adequacy Checklist IAW DFARS 252.215-7009. Certified Cost or Pricing Data may be required.
Additional Notes
This solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering various aspects of contract administration, payment, representations, and certifications. The opportunity was published on May 21, 2025.