TACLANE-FLEX Customizable Encryption Platform
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 Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) intends to award a Firm Fixed Price purchase order for one TACLANE-FLEX Customizable Encryption Platform - 1 Gb/s Bundle on a sole source basis to General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS). This notice is not a request for competitive proposals, as GDMS is deemed the only capable source to meet schedule requirements without unacceptable duplicative costs. Information received from other sources will be considered for future competitive requirements. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation issued as an RFQ.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) TACLANE-FLEX Customizable Encryption Platform - 1 Gb/s Bundle. This includes a fully tactical 1 Gb/s full duplex HAIPE INE with Agile VLAN and TTS software, an RJ-45 10/100/1000 BaseT cable, two (2) 1000 Base-SX Multi Mode Pluggable Optics (LC connector), a Standard Power Adapter, a Spare CIK with tag, and a 5-year hardware/software warranty and Help Desk Support. Delivery is F.O.B. Destination, Naval Station Newport, Rhode Island. A Unique Item Identifier (UID) is required for items with a unit acquisition cost of $5,000 or more.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price purchase order
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (sole source intent)
- Delivery: 90 days from award
- Quote Submission Deadline: Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 14:00 Eastern Standard Time (EST)
- Published: June 18, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
While this is a sole source intent, interested parties may submit quotes electronically via email to Nico Montanari (nico.s.montanari.civ@us.navy.mil). Quotes should include point of contact information, Contractor CAGE Code, quote validity (at least 60 days), and information supporting a fair and reasonable price determination (Price Analysis support like historical invoices, and Cost Analysis breakdown). This solicitation will be posted for less than fifteen (15) days. Active SAM registration is required prior to award.
Additional Notes
This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a written solicitation will not be issued. Numerous FAR and DFARS provisions and clauses apply.