Next Generation General Purpose Automatic Test System (NxGenGPATS)
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 U.S. Marine Corps (USMC), specifically the Program Acquisition Executive Marine Corps (PAE MC) and Program Manager Combat Support Systems (PM CSS), is conducting market research for the Next Generation General Purpose Automatic Test System (NxGenGPATS). This Sources Sought Notice seeks industry capabilities to develop a modernized, transportable test system to replace the legacy TETS (AN/USM-657B(V)2) and VIPER/T (AN/USM-717(V)2&3) systems. Responses are due by June 18, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
The USMC aims to address significant obsolescence issues (SWaP, ATLAS programming, VXI backplanes, hardware reliability) in its current test systems. The NxGenGPATS will be a sustainable, reliable, and forward-compatible platform capable of testing the full suite of Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) and Electro-Optical (EO) systems currently handled by the legacy equipment.
Key Requirements
- Functional Consolidation: Must test all LRUs and EO systems currently covered by TETS and VIPER/T.
- Instrumentation Architecture: Utilize modern, high-speed modular architecture (e.g., PXIe or superior) to replace VXI, ensuring bandwidth and compatibility with modern OS/software.
- Modern Software & Cybersecurity: Employ modern, widely supported programming languages (ATLAS is prohibited) and comply with current and future DoD cybersecurity requirements (RMF) and modern operating systems (e.g., Windows 11, Secure Linux).
- Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP): Total system weight not to exceed 325 lbs, broken into man-portable cases (max 75 lbs per case).
- Power Architecture: Robust Power Distribution Unit (PDU) with multi-source input (28 VDC, 220 VAC single-phase, 208 VAC three-phase), max 4000W consumption, ten programmable DC power supplies (9x 0-40VDC@5A, 1x 0-65VDC@5A), dedicated EO power, and comprehensive protection.
- Interoperability: Modular, open architecture to support future weapon systems.
Submission Instructions
Interested vendors should submit an executive summary (max 10 pages, 12-point font) detailing their company profile, instrumentation & technical approach, power distribution approach, software modernization & cybersecurity, hardware reliability & maintainability, and a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimate. Proprietary information must be clearly marked.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: Thursday, 18 June 2026, 1000 local time, Quantico, VA
- Questions Due: Tuesday, 26 May 2026, 1000 local time, Quantico, VA
- Published: May 18, 2026
Important Notes
This is for planning and informational purposes only and is NOT a solicitation for proposals. The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred in responding. No contract will be awarded as a result of this announcement. Availability of any formal solicitation will be announced separately.
Contact Information
Submit responses and questions via email to Contract Specialist Ms. Cheryl Dunn (cheryl.dunn.civ@usmc.mil) and Contracting Officer Ms. Shanna Laging (shanna.laging@usmc.mil).