Project Manager Electronic Warfare & Cyber (PM EW&C) Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Characteristics of Need (EMSO CON) and Future Multiple Award (MA) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Vehicle

SOL #: W56KGY-R-26-0224Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W6QK ACC-APG
ABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21005-1846, United States

Place of Performance

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

PSC

No PSC code specified

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Feb 24, 2026
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Last Updated
Feb 27, 2026
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Response Deadline
Mar 13, 2026, 9:00 PM

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 Department of the Army's Project Manager Electronic Warfare & Cyber (PM EW&C) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather industry feedback for a future Multiple Award (MA) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) vehicle. This RFI focuses on commercially sourced, worldwide, end-to-end lifecycle management products for the Army's Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) and Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) systems. The goal is to enhance flexibility, speed, and commander involvement in equipment selection and fielding. Responses are due by March 13, 2026.

Scope of Interest

The Government is developing a contract strategy to rapidly procure and sustain equipment to fulfill the Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Characteristics of Need (EMSO CON). They are considering a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) to issue a FAR part 12 MA-IDIQ. This RFI specifically seeks feedback on this strategy and on the attached EMSO CON document and its Taxonomy.

Key areas of interest, as outlined in the EMSO CON, include capabilities in Attack, Support, Protect, and Common Services. Desired system characteristics emphasize being Resilient, Adaptable, Modular (MOSA/SOSA compliant), Scalable, AI/ML empowered, Rapidly Deployable, Secure, and Interoperable with Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2). The EMSO CON Taxonomy provides a functional-based framework for EW and related systems, categorizing requirements under these four main areas.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought
  • Anticipated Vehicle: Future FAR part 12 Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (MA-IDIQ)
  • Primary NAICS: 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communication Equipment Manufacturing). Other NAICS (e.g., 517110, 515111, 517210, 517410, 541712, 541512) may be assigned at the order level, potentially through pools/suites.
  • Set-Aside: Not specified for the RFI; however, "Both large and small businesses are encouraged to respond."
  • Response Due: March 13, 2026
  • Published: February 27, 2026
  • Place of Performance: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

Response Requirements

Respondents are asked to provide feedback on:

  • Recommendations for the proposed FAR part 12 MA-IDIQ contracting approach, including its use for sustainment and commercial services.
  • Willingness of vendors to facilitate multi-year procurement for increased production or improved schedules.
  • Feedback on the EMSO CON document regarding its clarity, critical aspects not addressed, significant challenges, key success factors, and potential pitfalls.
  • Effective industry partnership models and recommended changes to acquisition/contracting processes for continuous integration and delivery of EMSO capabilities.

Format:

  • Total response limited to 4 pages.
  • Specific questions to industry and feedback on EMSO CON/Taxonomy limited to 2 pages each (Arial or Times New Roman, size 12).
  • Include administrative information: Name, mailing address, phone, e-mail, DUNS number, CAGE CODE, and small business status.
  • Supplemental information (product brochures, specification sheets, URLs) is permitted, but unrelated marketing materials will be discarded.

Submission: Responses must be submitted via email to usarmy.apg.peo-iews.mbx.pm-ewc-future-ma-idiq@army.mil.

Additional Notes

This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute an RFP or a commitment to procure. The Government will not pay for RFI response costs. Not responding does not preclude participation in any future RFP. Questions must be submitted in writing via email; verbal questions will not be accepted.

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Raymond BaileyPRIMARY
Kristen N. RobertsonSECONDARY

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