NATO Request for Information: NCISG - DCIS – Tactical Radios for Deployment of NDDS and MSES
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 NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for handheld tactical radio systems. This RFI seeks industry capabilities to support voice communication and coordination within military units during convoy movement and deployment. The solution must operate for at least 24 hours and be installable in vehicles without extensive modification. This is for market research only, not a solicitation. Responses are due by 12:00 CET on 27 May 2026.
Scope of Work
NCIA is looking for a solution comprising approximately 500 Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) handheld tactical radio systems. The scope includes the supply of equipment (radios, batteries, chargers, antennas, cables, mounts, vehicle installation kits), operation support (manuals, training), maintenance (warranty, software upgrades, Level 3 technical support), and documentation. These radios are intended to provide an additional level of reliable short-range, unclassified communication for redundancy, not to replace existing NATO inventory.
Key Requirements
- Operation: At least 24 hours, installable in vehicles without extensive modification.
- Performance: Support up to 20 terminals per convoy within 1-200 meters.
- Durability: Meet MIL-STD-810H standards.
- Training: Minimal training required (max 2 hours).
- Battery Life: Minimum 12 hours (24h normal usage + 24h backup).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) – for planning purposes only.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Eligibility: Companies from NATO member countries only.
- Response Due: 27 May 2026, 12:00 Central European Time (CET).
- Published: 04 May 2026.
- Period of Performance: Delivery expected no later than Q4 2026.
- Place of Performance: Integrated logistic support center in Brunssum, Netherlands.
Submission & Evaluation
Respondents are requested to provide corporate capabilities, review draft requirements (Annexes A and B), offer recommendations, and include a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimate. Submissions must be via email, not exceed 15 pages (excluding cover, brochures, attachments), and use the subject line "Response to RFI [RFI Number] – [Company Name]". NCIA will analyze all information to develop a future solicitation, treating responses as confidential.