NSWC-PHD MATAC OTA Request for Solutions: Joint Forward Assessment & Networking Gear (JFANG)
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 Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division (NSWC-PHD) has issued a Special Notice for a Request for Solutions (RFS) under an Other Transaction Authority (OTA) project, Joint Forward Assessment & Networking Gear (JFANG), in accordance with 10 U.S.C. 4022. This effort seeks a deployable solution for resilient network connectivity and data transport to support joint force, multi-domain operations and Combatant Command (COCOM) experimentation. Responses are due May 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Department of War (DoW) requires capabilities to address gaps in rapidly deployable networking and transport for distributed and expeditionary environments. The project involves integrating, configuring, deploying, and operating a modular networking solution, including deployable networking kits, to enable secure, reliable connectivity and data transport across various test and experimentation settings.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Solutions (RFS) under Other Transaction Authority (OTA)
- Administered by: Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division (NSWC-PHD)
- Managed by: Maritime Advanced Technology Consortium (MATAC)
- Set-Aside: None specified (open competition via MATAC)
- Response Due: May 22, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC
- Published: May 1, 2026
Additional Notes
Interested vendors must be members of the Maritime Advanced Technology Consortium (MATAC) to respond. Membership information and additional details are available on the MATAC website (https://MATAC.org/). This Special Notice provides awareness of the RFS release.