Radio System Upgrade (RSU) for International Airborne Advance Warning and Control System (AWACS)
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 Air Force, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) AWACS and Wedgetail Contracting Office (WIWK), is preparing for a Radio System Upgrade (RSU) for the International Airborne Advance Warning and Control System (AWACS) fleet. This presolicitation announces the upcoming release of the Final Opportunity Proposal Request (FOPR) within Q2 CY2026. The FOPR will be released exclusively on the GSA OASIS+ Unrestricted (UR) Contract - Technical and Engineering Domain.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves a full upgrade to the Ultra-High Frequency (UHF)/Very-High Frequency (VHF) and High-Frequency (HF) radio suite across the entire AWACS fleet. The integration and installation of these new radios will provide Second Generation Anti-Jam Tactical UHF Radio for North America Treaty Organization (NATO) (SATURN) and Tactical Secure Voice Cryptographic Interoperability Specification (TSVCIS) capabilities for the aircraft. The Product Service Code is N016 (Installation Of Equipment: Aircraft Components And Accessories) and the NAICS Code is 541330 (Engineering Services).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- FOPR Release: Intended Q2 CY2026
- Platform: GSA OASIS+ Unrestricted (UR) Contract - Technical and Engineering Domain
- Classified Documentation: Interested bidders must have access to SIPR e-mail to receive classified technical documentation required for proposal submission. There will be no JWICS or other delivery methods for classified documents.
- RFP Walk-Through: A Request for Proposal walk-through will be held, with the date and time to be announced on GSA OASIS+.
- Proposed Solicitation Number: FA236325RB005
Eligibility / Set-Aside
No set-aside designation is specified for this presolicitation.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only; the Government is not requesting any information or proposals in response to this notice. Bidders interested in attending the RFP walk-through should monitor GSA OASIS+ for announcements. Primary Contact: Brett Clemens, brett.clemens.1@us.af.mil, 781-225-5722. Secondary Contact: Allison Eacrett, Allison.eacrett@us.af.mil.