Request for Information - Accelerated Development of the Second Generation Anti-Jam Tactical UHF Radio for NATO (SATURN) Enhanced Data Rate (SEDR) Waveform
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/C3N) is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) to identify sources capable of accelerating the development of the Second Generation Anti-Jam Tactical UHF Radio for NATO (SATURN) Enhanced Data Rate (SEDR) Waveform. This RFI seeks expertise in designing, developing, and prototyping key algorithms and functions for waveforms, specifically SEDR. Responses are due May 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
The government is seeking vendors to expand its capacity to plan, develop, evaluate, analyze, test, demonstrate, exercise, and document waveform specifications, with an initial focus on the SEDR waveform. Support tasks may include:
- Development, analysis, and testing of C3NG Reference Implementation Lab (RIL) SEDR radios.
- Integration of prototype code.
- Proprietary vendor-specific radio engineering activities.
Key areas of interest for vendor capabilities include:
- Developing/porting waveforms for military-grade Software Defined Radios (SDRs).
- Experience with various communication waveform types (e.g., anti-jam, SATCOM, Link-16).
- Integrating NSA-certified cryptography and performing classified software development.
- Facility Clearance Level (FCL) and robust software development lifecycle processes.
- Lab capabilities and test environments, including JITC certification.
Features to be explored under the SEDR advancement effort may include Physical Layer, Mobile Ad Hoc Network (MANET), Internet Protocol (IP) Interface, Communications Security (COMSEC), Transmission Security (TRANSEC), Modeling and Simulation, Hardware Development/Prototyping, and Information Assurance.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 22, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT
- Published: April 22, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will be used for market research to understand vendor capabilities and experience, informing a potential future solicitation. This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.
Additional Notes
All costs associated with responding are at the interested party's expense. The government will not pay for information submitted, and responses will not be returned. Not responding does not preclude participation in future solicitations. Submissions may be reviewed by Government personnel, FFRDC, and A&AS contractors. The attached document contains all necessary instructions for respondents.