USCG Next Generation Surface Search Radars (NXSSR)

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or services for the Next Generation Surface Search Radars (NXSSR) system. The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) is procuring a scalable, International Maritime Organization (IMO) certified Shipborne Surveillance Radar (SSR) system to serve as the primary collision avoidance system for cutters and shore units. The system will enhance navigation and surveillance, ensure interoperability with existing systems and shore-based Vessel Traffic Services (VTS), and replace outdated radar systems. The acquisition is not set aside for small business concerns.

• Procurement of the NXSSR system, including System Development Kits (SDK) and SDK Enterprise Licenses.

• Automatic Radar Plotting Aid (ARPA) Application and ARPA Application Enterprise License.

• Application Support Services, Integration Support Services, Prototype Installation Support Services, Training Support Services, and Telephone/Help Desk Support Services.

• Coast Guard Required Software/Firmware Integration Services.

• Repair and Maintenance Services.

• Specific technical requirements are detailed in Attachment 2 (NXSSR Technical Specification & Warranty) and Attachment 5 (Requirement Document for Task Order 1).

• Contract Type: Single-award Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract.

• Minimum IDIQ Contract Guarantee Amount: $1,000,000.00

• Maximum IDIQ Contract Value: $49,000,000.00

• Ordering Period: Ten (10) years from contract award (5-year base + 5-year option).

• Delivery: Within 90 calendar days after receipt of a delivery order, unless otherwise specified.

• FOB Destination.

• Questions/Concerns Due Date/Time: May 18, 2026, 12:00 PM ET.

• Offer/Proposal Due Date/Time: June 8, 2026, 12:00 PM ET.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via DoD SAFE.

• Request file drop-off invitation by email no later than June 5, 2026.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Requirements, Warranty Terms and Conditions, Logistics Plan, SDK/ARPA Technical Approach, Past Performance, DHS Mentor-Protégé Program Participation, and Price. Technical factors are significantly MORE IMPORTANT than Past Performance, DHS Mentor-Protégé Program Participation, and Price.

• Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered.

• The Government intends to award without discussions.

• This acquisition is not set aside for small business concerns.

• Trade Agreements apply to this acquisition.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR and HSAR provisions and clauses by reference.

• Funding Notice: USCG anticipates funding with OB3 reconciliation funds, but funds are not presently available. Award is contingent on fund availability.

• Attachments referenced include: Scope of Work, NXSSR Technical Specification & Warranty, Price Schedule, Markings/Packaging/Delivery/Inspection/Acceptance Requirements, and Requirement Document (Task Order 1).

• Offerors must submit proposals in PDF format, with specific volume requirements outlined.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides detailed technical specifications and warranty requirements for the NXSSR system as part of Solicitation 70Z04426RC2PL2603. It outlines mandatory "Threshold" requirements and desired "Objective" capabilities.

Technical Specifications (Tech Spec Sheet):

• Hardware: Details requirements for flat panel displays (adhering to IMO standards), Stand Alone Operator Positions (SAOPs), Multi-Mission Consoles, X-Band and S-Band Turning Units (including antenna length, transceiver power, weight, and performance monitoring), and IMO Processor Units.
• Interfaces: Specifies requirements for processor interfaces with turning units, data output (SDK/API, open standards), navigation equipment (NMEA 0183, 2000, OneNet, IEC-61162-450), audible alarms, keyboards, trackballs, displays, maintenance interfaces, antenna safety switches, and AN/SLA-10B.
• Environmental & Compliance: Outlines requirements for hardware compliance, environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, vibration, rain, spray), electromagnetic interference (EMI)/radio frequency interference (RFI), and human factors design (MIL-STD-1472H).
• Radar System Requirements: Details specific requirements for IMO Type certification, transmission bands (X and S), performance optimization, gain/anti-clutter functions, signal processing, operation with SARTs/beacons, minimum range, range/bearing discrimination, target detection performance, antenna specifications (wind, temperature), and radar availability.
• Display Presentation: Covers display characteristics, symbols, track labels, and navigation tools (VRM, EBL, PI lines, range rings, bearing scale).
• Orientation, Motion & Stabilization: Specifies requirements for azimuth orientation, motion modes (true/relative), off-centering, and ground/sea stabilization.
• Collision Avoidance Aids: Details requirements for target trails, past positions, target tracking (capacity, acquisition methods), AIS target processing, and alerts (CPA/TCPA, new target warnings).
• System Interfaces: Defines requirements for interfacing with Command and Control systems (SDK/API, Ethernet), AN/SLA-10B, and various navigation sensors (gyrocompass, SDME, EPFS, AIS, etc.) via NMEA and other standards.

Warranty Requirements (Warranty Sheet):

• Standard Warranty (Threshold): Minimum 24 months comprehensive hardware warranty after installation, regardless of purchase date. Warranty terms must not be affected by installer. Product return policy required.

• Objective Warranty: Minimum 36 months comprehensive hardware warranty after installation, regardless of purchase date. Warranty terms must not be affected by installer. Product return policy required.

• Offerors must respond within the orange highlighted blocks on the "Tech Spec" and "Warranty" tabs.

• For each specification/warranty term, indicate "Meets" or "Does not Meet" in the "Contractor Compliance" column.

• If a requirement is detailed further in the proposal, provide a reference in the "Compliance Proposal Reference" column (Volume, Page #, Section/Paragraph).

• IMPORTANT: All proposed items must be NEW. Used, refurbished, or gray market items are unacceptable.

• "Objective" requirements are desired but not mandatory. "Threshold" requirements are mandatory; failure to meet any threshold will result in proposal unacceptability.

• "Threshold" requirements are highlighted in blue in the Tech Spec and Warranty tabs.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To procure a scalable, IMO-certified Shipborne Surveillance Radar (SSR) system to serve as the primary collision avoidance system, enhancing navigation and surveillance for cutters and shore units.

• Replace outdated AN/SPS-50, AN/SPS-78, AN/SPS-79, AN/SPS-73, and Terma radars across 13 cutter platforms and 113 Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) remote sites.

• Provide radar support for Coastal Sentinel.

• Improve sensor performance and standardize system support.

• Enhance contact detection, situational awareness, and waterway utilization efficiency.

• The selected solution will undergo a 60-day shipboard testing and evaluation period.

• The contract is an Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract.

• Services and/or deliveries will be provided at locations including USCG Surface Forces Logistics Center in Baltimore, MD, and USCG C5ISC in Portsmouth, VA, as well as other locations worldwide as defined in task or delivery orders.

• The system must ensure interoperability between core hardware components used both afloat and ashore, and ancillary devices receiving input from various navigation sensors.

• The system must comply with numerous applicable standards, including Coast Guard Navigation Standards, NMEA standards, MIL-STD-810H, MIL-STD-167-1A, IEC standards, and the NXSSR System Requirement Document (SRD).

• Contractor personnel must meet specific security requirements, including background investigations and adherence to Government facility rules.

• All IT hardware, software, and services must comply with DHS and USCG Enterprise Architecture policies and Section 508 accessibility requirements, with specific exceptions noted for National Security.

• Contractor must provide qualified personnel, maintain continuity of support, and adhere to employee identification and conduct policies.

• Deliverables will be specified at the Task or Delivery Order level.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 3, the Price Schedule for Solicitation 70Z04426RC2PL2603. It provides the structure for bidders to submit pricing for various parts and potential task orders over a 10-year period (Base Period Years 1-5 and Option Period Years 6-10).

• Anticipated Totals: Lists anticipated quantities for different classes of cutters (e.g., WPB, WTGB, WLM) and remote site locations.

• Part Prices (Years 1-5 & Years 6-10): Details pricing for specific government item descriptions, including radar components (X Band, S Band, arrays, monitors, processors), data converters, keyboards, network hubs, and transmission cables. Bidders are instructed to propose stepladder pricing based on quantity discounts off a commercial list price. Pricing must be Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) and include all costs.

• Parts List: A comprehensive list of government item descriptions for which pricing is required, with columns for contractor part information and functional descriptions.

• SDK-ARPA TO1 Pricing: A section for pricing Task Order 1, specifically for a Software Development Kit (SDK) and Automatic Radar Plotting Aid (ARPA) Application. Pricing for these items is TBD.

• Bidders must read and adhere to instructions in the green highlighted blocks on each sheet.

• Fill out all data in the orange highlighted fields.

• Do not manipulate or input formulas into the spreadsheet.

• Prices must be in US dollars, to 2 decimal points, and be Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), inclusive of all costs.

• Only provide pricing for "Objective: De-icer" if the proposed solution meets the referenced requirements in Attachment 2.

• Additional lines can be added for contractor use to reflect the total proposed solution.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, Attachment 4, outlines the specific requirements for Markings, Packaging, Delivery, and Inspection/Acceptance for items related to Solicitation 70Z04426RC2PL2603. It details how items must be preserved, packaged, marked, and delivered to ensure their integrity and proper identification.

• Preservation: Requirements for lubricating/coating exposed surfaces, sealing piping systems, and using appropriate preservatives for warehouse storage.
• Packaging: Standards for packaging individual parts, general items (under 70 lbs), and small items, including material types (e.g., reinforced cardboard, plastic packaging) and sealing methods.
• Marking: Detailed instructions for marking individual parts and containers, including the use of National Stock Numbers (NSN), Acquisition Control Numbers (ACN), Part Numbers, Condition Codes, Unit of Issue, and bar coding requirements (MIL-STD-129P).
• Delivery: Specifies that delivery location will be determined at the delivery order level.
• Inspection & Acceptance: Requires a completed DD Form 250 (Material Inspection and Receiving Report) or Commercial Bill of Lading for each delivery. Packing slips must include specific item details and be attached to shipments.
• Examples: Provides specific examples of markings for "Vessel Install Kits" and "Spare Parts," including Stock Number, Noun Name, Part Number, Condition Code, Quantity, Unit of Issue, and Due In Number.

This attachment is critical for bidders as it defines the exact standards for how awarded items must be prepared and delivered. Failure to comply with these marking, packaging, and delivery requirements could lead to rejection of goods or impact payment. Bidders must carefully review these specifications to ensure their proposed processes and costs align with these requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 5, Requirement Document," outlines the requirements for the Next Generation Surface Search Radar (NXSSR) Software Development Kit (SDK) and Automatic Radar Plotting Aid (ARPA) Application for the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG).

• Task A: Software Development Kit (SDK): Provide an SDK exposing video data, target data, and control functions via API. Must include installation procedures for Windows and Linux. Deliver within 30 calendar days after task order award.

• Task B: SDK Documentation: Provide manuals explaining SDK methods with examples, written for a software developer. Must be in digital markdown format for Git repository. Deliver within 30 calendar days after task order award.

• Task C: SDK Enterprise License: Provide an enterprise license for unlimited SDK usage by CG Enterprise and Government Contractors.

• Task D: Automatic Radar Plotting Aid (ARPA) Application: Develop an ARPA application using the SDK, interfacing with existing C2 Systems via LAN. Must include AIS track correlation, a Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) for each Minimum Viable Product (MVP), and Git repository updates with source code and a Software Version Document (SVD). Deliver within 180 calendar days after task order award.

• Task E: ARPA Application Enterprise License: Provide an unlimited license for the developed ARPA Application, including rights for use, modification, reproduction, performance, display, release, or disclosure of technical data.

• Period of Performance: One year from date of award for the task order.

• Security: Contractor personnel must comply with installation security requirements, hold U.S. citizenship, and undergo background investigations (Tier 1 minimum). Compliance with IT security standards (140-01 and DHS Sensitive Systems Handbooks 4300A) is required.

• Section 508 Compliance: All ICT deliverables must conform to applicable Section 508 standards. This includes providing Section 508 Test Plans, Test Results, Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs), and other requested documentation.

• The document also includes definitions of acronyms, applicable documents, and details on Task Order Administration, Invoicing, and Contract Clauses.