Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) Weapons Data Link (WDL) Small Form Factor Weapons Attritable Radio Multi-Mode (SWARMM) Family 1 (SF1) Radio Production

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the SF1 RFI (Request for Information).

• Document Access: An error prevented access to SF1 related documents in MIDSVue. The government will provide access to TLR 1.5 upon receiving a JWICS email address.
• TLR Version: The RFI refers to the approved TLR 1.5. TLR 1.6 is currently in draft for review and contains mainly grammatical updates and clarifications. The SOW paragraph 3.1.1's mention of TLR 1.6 is an anomaly, as TLR 1.5 is referenced elsewhere.
• Technical Data Package (TDP): A TDP will not be provided as this is not a build-to-print request.

Clarifications address document access and specific technical requirements (TLR versions), which may influence vendor understanding of the opportunity's technical scope. The absence of a TDP is also noted.

Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought

This RFI/Sources Sought is issued by the Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) for market research purposes. The government is seeking information on industry capabilities to provide National Security Agency (NSA) certified Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) Weapons Data Link (WDL) Small Form Factor (SF1) radios. The goal is to identify sources for radios that are in production, have been or are currently being developed, or are approved for development under Government Programs of Record, with a desired production quantity of at least 50 terminals per month and early delivery.

• MIDS WDL SF1 terminals must be Low Band and High Band capable and fully compliant with SF1 Top Level Requirements (TLR) version 1.5.

• Relevant certifications and accreditations (C&A) are required, including NSA Type Certification, Critical Program Information and Anti-Tamper Review, Equipment spectrum certification, and Airworthiness compliance requirements.

• Future sustainment and development support for the MIDS WDL SF1 terminal is also of interest, including future technologies, waveforms, Engineering Releases (ERs), Block Cycles (BCs), and Block Upgrades (BUs).

• Respondents should demonstrate an understanding of current and future technologies related to the MIDS WDL SF1 terminal.

• Production quantities of up to 100 terminals per month are anticipated.

• The government is considering a multiple award development contract strategy with competitively awarded production orders.

• Anticipated award in early FY27 with assets delivered beginning in FY28.

• Estimated dollar range for multiple contract awards is approximately $900 Million each.

• Applicable NAICS code: 334290 (Other communications Equipment manufacturing) with a size standard of 750 Employees.

• This effort is considered a follow-on to the existing MIDS TRS contract N0003923D4000.

• Responses are due no later than 20 February 2026 at 12:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time (PDT).

• Submissions must be in Microsoft Office 2010 or earlier, or Adobe PDF format, not exceeding 25 pages.

• Unclassified responses should be submitted via the SAM.gov website.

• The government will use responses to refine Key Performance Parameters (KPPs) and suitability requirements.

• An operational assessment in the form of demonstrations will be performed to measure effectiveness against KPPs.

• Both Large and Small Business firms with the required capabilities are encouraged to respond.

• The RFI is issued for the purpose of determining Large and Small Business capabilities.

• This is an RFI/Sources Sought only, not a solicitation.

• The government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response.

• Questions regarding this announcement must be submitted via email by 12 February 2026, 12:00 PM PDT.

• Reference documents (TLR v1.5) can be provided via JWICS upon request with proper clearance and need-to-know certification.

Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought

This RFI/Sources Sought is issued by the Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) to conduct market research for National Security Agency (NSA) certified Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) Weapons Data Link (WDL) Small Form Factor (SF1) radios. The government is interested in industry capabilities for low-cost, in-production, or IRAD-developed MIDS WDL SF1 terminals, with a desired delivery of at least 50 terminals per month. The government is also seeking Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I) support for sustainment and future development of the MIDS WDL SF1 terminal.

• MIDS WDL SF1 terminals must be Low Band and High Band capable and fully compliant with SF1 Top Level Requirements (TLR) version 1.5.

• Required certifications and accreditations include NSA Type Certification, Critical Program Information and Anti-Tamper Review, Equipment spectrum certification, and Airworthiness compliance.

• Manufacturing capability to produce up to 100 terminals per month.

• Sustainment support for future upgrades, Integrated Builds (IBs), and Investigations.

• Respondents must demonstrate understanding of current and future MIDS WDL SF1 technologies.

• Key Performance Parameters (KPPs) include multi-waveform support, internal growth capability, software control of modes, cryptographic enhancements, NSA certification, airworthiness certification, spectrum certification, operational availability, and production throughput.

• The government anticipates award in early FY27, with assets delivered beginning in FY28.

• The government is considering a multiple award development contract strategy with competitively awarded production orders.

• Estimated dollar range for each contract is approximately $900 Million.

• Applicable NAICS code: 334290 (Other communications Equipment manufacturing) with a size standard of 750 Employees.

• This effort is considered a follow-on to the existing MIDS TRS contract N0003923D4000.

• Respondents are invited to submit technical information describing their MIDS WDL SF1 and associated ancillaries.

• Information requested includes product availability, capabilities, maturity, quantities for delivery (beginning FY25), and details on any modifications needed.

• Respondents must provide a reliability analysis, including MTBF data and assumptions.

• Photos, drawings, ICDs, installer's guides, and system specifications are requested.

• Responses must address the status of C&As for installation and operation on Navy/Air Force platforms.

• Risk assessments related to schedule, performance, EMC, and supply chain are required.

• Respondents should describe data rights applicable to their solution.

• A Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimate for 500, 800, and 1000 units is requested.

• Responses are due no later than 20 February 2026 at 12:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) and shall not exceed 25 pages.

• Both Large and Small Businesses are encouraged to respond.

• The NAICS code is 334290 with a size standard of 750 employees.

• This is an RFI/Sources Sought only, not a solicitation.

• Failure to respond will not preclude participation in any future RFP.

• Access to reference documents (MIDS WDL SF1 Index and Data Lists) requires a current DD 2345 and a MIDSVue account.

• Questions are due no later than 12 February 2026 at 12:00 PM PDT via email to Mr. Damon Griffin.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work (SOW) defines the contractor tasks required for the production and delivery of the Small Form-Factor Weapon Attritable Radio Multi-Mode (SWARMM) Family 1 (SF1) radio.

• Production and delivery of the SF1 radio.

• Associated program management.

• Engineering support.

• Configuration and data management.

• Logistics support.

• Manufacturing requirements.

• The SOW references a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for data to be delivered.

• Specific performance standards and metrics are detailed throughout the document, including requirements for:

  • Program Management Reviews (PMRs)
  • Risk Assessment and Management
  • Cost and Software Data Reporting (CSDR)
  • Systems Engineering
  • Configuration Management
  • Manufacturing and Acceptance Verification
  • Quality Assurance (QA)

• Not explicitly stated in the provided sections, but implies a production effort.

• Security: Work requires access up to TOP SECRET for data, information, and spaces. Contractor must comply with DoD and Navy Operations Security (OPSEC) requirements.

• Applicable Documents: The SOW references numerous standards and handbooks related to engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, and data management (e.g., ANSI, EIA, GEIA, IEEE, ISO, MIL-STD, IPC).

• Data Deliverables: A detailed list of Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) items and their frequencies is provided.

• Manufacturing: Requires adherence to IPC and ISO standards, Class three (3) workmanship standards, and specific production controls including part control, tin whisker mitigation, and failure reporting.

• Quality Assurance: Implementation of a quality assurance program in accordance with ISO 9001 and other relevant standards, including subcontractor quality oversight and internal QA audits.