USAFE VCS3020 IVS-IP Voice Communication Switches Warranty Only
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 United States Air Force Europe (USAFE) / Air Force Africa (AFAFRICA), through the 764 Enterprise Sourcing Squadron (ESS), intends to procure a continued Basic Warranty for Air Traffic Control (ATC) Tower VCS3020 IVS-IP Voice Communication Switches for ten (10) sites. This is a Sole Source Notice of Intent to award to Frequentis Defense Industries (FDI). Interested parties may submit a statement of interest and capability by January 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the continued basic warranty of existing ATC Tower VCS3020 IVS-IP Voice Communication Switches. The warranty will cover ten (10) sites located throughout the USAFE/AFAFRICA area of responsibility, with a primary place of performance noted as Ramstein AB, Germany.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None specified (Sole Source)
- Response Due: January 29, 2026, 1600 CET
- Published: January 22, 2026
- Product Service Code: 5840 (Radar Equipment, Except Airborne)
Evaluation
This notice is not a formal solicitation. Information received from interested parties will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement for future requirements. No award will be made based on responses to this notice.
Additional Notes
The authority cited for this sole source procurement is Title 10 U.S.C. §3204(a)(1) as implemented in FAR 6.302-1, which states that only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. No solicitation document is available.