Request for Information/Market Survey for Non-Rotating Antennas to Support NAS Modernization and On-Going BNATCS Efforts
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 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is conducting a Market Survey/Request for Information (RFI) for Non-Rotating Antennas to support National Airspace System (NAS) Modernization and the Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) initiative. This RFI aims to identify commercially available and emerging non-rotating antenna radar technologies and related surveillance solutions. Responses are due May 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
Purpose & Scope
The FAA seeks to understand industry capabilities for potentially replacing existing integrated, non-cooperative-only (NCSR-Only), and cooperative-only (CSR-Only) surveillance antenna systems. Information is requested on product maturity, technical readiness, deployment viability, manufacturing readiness, integration considerations, and implementation risks of non-rotating antenna technologies. Key areas of interest include adaptability to civil aviation environments, operational suitability within the NAS, compliance with civil aviation surveillance requirements, integration with existing FAA systems, and product maturity for large-scale deployment.
Key Information Requested
Respondents should provide:
- Answers to specific questions in Section 7 (Overall, NCSR Antenna, CSR Antenna).
- Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) pricing for implementation, including non-recurring costs (integration, testing, validation), hardware acquisition, and implementation/deployment costs per unit for both CSR and NCSR solutions.
- Applicability in various operational domains: Enroute, Terminal, Remote/Harsh Environments, Dense Airspace, and specific Frequency Domains (L-Band, S-Band, ADS-B).
Submission Requirements
- Eligibility: Respondents must offer a non-rotating antenna with at least a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 3 and a Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) of 4.
- Format: Submit responses as a PDF, named "Market Survey Response - [RESPONDENT COMPANY NAME]".
- Content: Include answers to Section 7 questions. Limit company background to one page. The entire response should not exceed 5 pages.
- Deadline: Responses must be emailed to Jackson.T.LeMay@faa.gov and Kristin.T.Frantz@faa.gov by May 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
- Attachments: Attachment 1: ASR Tower Dimensions.
Government Disclaimers
This is a market survey, not a Screening Information Request (SIR) or Request for Proposal (RFP). Responses are for informational purposes only and do not guarantee future business. The FAA will not pay for information received or costs incurred. Proprietary or confidential information should be clearly marked. FAR references are not applicable to the FAA; AMS policies apply.