Handheld Link 16 Radios and Accessories
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 Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) at China Lake, CA, intends to procure Handheld Link 16 Radios and Accessories on an other than full and open competitive basis. This requirement is sole sourced to L3 Technologies, Inc. Communication Systems – West. Any firm believing it can fulfill the requirement may submit a written response. Responses are due by January 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The procurement includes:
- P/N 1264823: Handheld Link 16 Radios PRC-161 – Qty 6 each
- P/N 1259283: Replacement Battery – Qty 12 each
- P/N 1277433: Battery Charger PRC-161 – Qty 10 each
- P/N 1264052: Ethernet cable PRC-161 – Qty 6 each These items are required to maintain design continuity with the current system, into which L3 Technologies' products are fully integrated.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: January 27, 2026
- Published: January 21, 2026
- Sole Source Contractor: L3 Technologies, Inc. Communication Systems – West
Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, firms capable of fulfilling the requirement may submit a written response. The agency will consider these responses. Submissions must reference solicitation number N6893626Q5069 and include a capability statement detailing the firm's experience, assets, background, and ability to perform the work without compromising quality, accuracy, reliability, and schedule.
Additional Notes
All responsible sources must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.sam.gov). Entities registering or updating SAM must submit an original, signed notarized letter identifying the authorized Entity Administrator. Proactive maintenance of SAM registration in an "Active" status is recommended, as the government cannot award to an entity without an active SAM registration.