Radio frequency (RF) Delivered Effects Platform – Man Pack 2.0 (RDEP-MP2)
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 Department of the Army, specifically W6QK ACC-APG, has issued a Special Notice for a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) titled "Radio frequency (RF) Delivered Effects Platform – Man Pack 2.0 (RDEP-MP2)". This initiative seeks innovative solutions for a lightweight, efficient, and man-packable Cyber Electromagnetic Activities (CEMA) system. The goal is to enhance tactical edge operations by integrating advanced compute capabilities and reliable data backhaul. Responses are due March 21, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Army requires a CEMA system, with an objective weight of 15 lbs (threshold 20 lbs), capable of being carried and operated by a single soldier. The solution must seamlessly integrate general-purpose processing, specialized graphical processing (including GPUs for AI/ML), storage, networking, RF switching, software-defined radios (SDRs), field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), position/navigation/timing (PNT), tactical radio communications, and application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs).
Key requirements include:
- Modularity and Configurability: To support mission-specific needs.
- On-board Compute: For complex CEMA effects, AI/ML, and robust communication.
- Re-programmability: Internal SDRs and FPGAs must be re-programmable using Common Framework Environment (CFE) and/or Warped Alloy (WA) (Government Furnished Software).
- User Interface: Intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) integrated with established military capabilities like the Tactical Assault Kit (TAK).
- Connectivity: Enable remote control of RF platforms over-the-air (OTA) and compatibility with U.S. Army fielded IP-based communications platforms and other Army Programs of Record.
- Operational Environment: Must operate effectively in both unclassified and classified environments.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) under the Army's Open Solicitation, W9128Z-25-S-A002.
- Set-Aside: Not specified.
- Response Due: March 21, 2026, at 03:59 AM UTC.
- Published: March 4, 2026.
Submission Information
Interested vendors must access the full CSO announcement and submit proposals through the Vulcan platform at: https://vulcan-sof.com/login/ng2/submission?collectionUuid=95ca00be-1d97-4e74-a5dc-f9ba5fc32537.
Evaluation
While not explicitly detailed, CSOs typically involve a merit-based evaluation of proposed prototypes, with successful solutions potentially leading to further development or production contracts.