Radio System Upgrade (RSU) for International Airborne Advance Warning and Control System (AWACS)
Overview
Buyer
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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, AFLCMC AWACS and Wedgetail Contracting Office (WIWK), has issued a presolicitation for a Radio System Upgrade (RSU) for the International Airborne Advance Warning and Control System (AWACS) fleet. This effort involves a full upgrade to the Ultra-High Frequency (UHF)/Very-High Frequency (VHF) and High-Frequency (HF) radio suite to integrate Second Generation Anti-Jam Tactical UHF Radio for NATO (SATURN) and Tactical Secure Voice Cryptographic Interoperability Specification (TSVCIS) capabilities. The Final Opportunity Proposal Request (FOPR) is anticipated for release in Q2 CY2026 on the GSA OASIS+ Unrestricted (UR) Contract - Technical and Engineering Domain.
Scope of Work
The RSU for International AWACS will include:
- A full upgrade to the Ultra-High Frequency (UHF)/Very-High Frequency (VHF) and High-Frequency (HF) radio suite across the entire AWACS fleet.
- Integration and installation of new radios.
- Provision of Second Generation Anti-Jam Tactical UHF Radio for NATO (SATURN) and Tactical Secure Voice Cryptographic Interoperability Specification (TSVCIS) capabilities for the aircraft.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Anticipated Contract Vehicle: GSA OASIS+ Unrestricted (UR) Contract - Technical and Engineering Domain
- Product Service Code: N016 – Installation of Equipment: Aircraft Components and Accessories
- NAICS Code: 541330 – Engineering Services
- Set-Aside: None specified
- FOPR Release: Anticipated Q2 CY2026
- Published Date: April 24, 2026
Submission & Eligibility
- The FOPR will be released exclusively on the GSA OASIS+ platform within the Technical and Engineering Domain.
- Interested bidders must have access to SIPR e-mail to receive classified Technical Documentation required for proposal submission.
- This notice is for informational purposes only and is not requesting proposals or information at this time.
Additional Notes
A Request for Proposal (RFP) walk-through will be held at a date and time to be announced upon release of the solicitation. Bidders interested in attending should monitor GSA OASIS+ for announcements.