SOURCES SOUGHT FOR Communications equipment FOR FOREIGN MILITARY SALES (FMS)
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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 U.S. Army Contracting Command, Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG), on behalf of CECOM SAMD, has issued a Sources Sought notice for communications equipment to fulfill Foreign Military Sales (FMS) requirements for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This market research aims to identify capable sources for radios and intercom systems for M1 Abrams tanks and M88 Recovery Vehicles. Responses will help determine the procurement method, potentially including small business set-asides. Submissions are due by February 11, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. EST.
Scope of Work
This Sources Sought seeks vendors capable of providing radios and intercom systems for 299 M1 Abrams tanks and 30 M88 Recovery Vehicles for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Key requirements include:
- Compatibility: Systems must be fully compatible with existing Panther EDR VRQ-327 and SOTAS Intercom Systems.
- Platform-Specific Design: Radios must be ruggedized and designed for tank platforms and armored vehicles; handheld radios are not acceptable.
- Services: Vendors must provide comprehensive support, including in-country operator and maintainer training, site surveys, CONUS and OCONUS installation services, Field Service Representative (FSR) support, and ongoing technical support.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (Informational Purposes Only, Not an RFP)
- Set-Aside: Small business set-asides (in full or in part) or full and open competition will be considered. Multiple awards may be made.
- Response Due: February 11, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. EST
- Published: December 17, 2025
Submission Requirements
Interested vendors must submit:
- Company Information: Name, address, point of contact, email, phone, DUNS, and CAGE code. Companies must be registered with Central Contractor Registration (CCR).
- Capabilities Statement: Description of ability to provide compatible radios and experience with required services (training, site surveys, installation).
- Past Performance: Examples of similar contracts involving military communication systems.
- Technical Specifications: Details of offered radios (frequency, encryption, interoperability).
- Delivery Timeline: Estimated timeline for delivery, installation, and training. Submissions should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format, emailed to andrew.w.kelly.civ@army.mil.
Eligibility & Special Requirements
- NAICS: 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing)
- PSC: 5810 (Communications Security Equipment and Components), U099, R425
- Security: Anticipated contract security classification is Unclassified.
- Compliance: Any resulting contract must comply with the Berry Amendment (10 U.S.C. 2533a and 2533b) and DFARS clauses 252.225-7008 and 252.225-7009.
Additional Notes
This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government. No funds are available for response preparation. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and no feedback will be provided. Do not submit classified material. Proprietary information will be protected.