Radio Frequency (RF) Free Initialization of Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Systems

SOL #: W56KGU26R1001Sources 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

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (54171)

PSC

General Science And Technology R&D Services; General Science And Technology; Basic Research (AJ11)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Dec 22, 2025
2
Response Deadline
Feb 6, 2026, 8:00 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 US Army, Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM), C5ISR Center is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) for Radio Frequency (RF) Free Initialization of Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Systems. This RFI seeks solutions to enhance assured PNT capabilities in degraded and denied environments. Responses are due February 6, 2026.

Scope of Interest

The RFI focuses on innovative RF-free PNT initialization solutions. Respondents are requested to provide:

  • Company Information: Name, Address, Points of Contact (POCs), CAGE Code, Facility Clearance Level, and Joint Certification Program (JCP) DD Form 2345.
  • Technical Information: Detailed technical data will be provided at the Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) level upon request.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
  • Set-Aside: None specified
  • Response Due: February 6, 2026, by 8:00 PM ET
  • Published: December 22, 2025

Submission Requirements

  • All documents must be portion marked in accordance with DoDM 5200.01-V2.
  • Proprietary and sensitive information must be clearly marked with disposition instructions.
  • Unclassified responses should be emailed to usarmy.apg.devcom-c5isr.mbx.rti-industry-engagement@army.mil with the subject line: "C5ISR Center RTI Radio Frequency (RF) Free Initialization of Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Systems".
  • CUI responses must be submitted via DoD SAFE.
  • Classified material submissions require direct contact with the C5ISR Center.
  • Only U.S. citizens are authorized to respond.

Additional Information

This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation or a guarantee of future award. The Government will not reimburse costs incurred by respondents. Information submitted will help determine future solicitation strategies. Questions and clarification requests must be submitted in writing to the specified email addresses within 30 calendar days of the RFI posting.

People

Points of Contact

Brianne HolmesSECONDARY
C5ISR Center Strategic Engagements Team UNCLASSIFIEDPRIMARY

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