25Q0703_SOL.pdf

This document is a Solicitation/Contract for Commercial Products and Services (Standard Form 1449) for hardware to extend the JWICS network, issued by the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane. The sole-source procurement is specifically for General Dynamics Mission Systems' hardware, including three key items: FX-BATT (Battery Cap Extender), FXBAND-1 (Bandwidth Expansion Software), and FX1G (TACLANE-FLEX Customizable Encryption Platform). The solicitation (N0016425Q0703) is being issued on 22 July 2025, with quotes due by 28 July 2025 at 4:00 PM Eastern Time.

The procurement is justified as a sole source due to security requirements, with alternative encryption solutions being unacceptable as they would violate security regulations and potentially jeopardize network accreditation. The total quantity includes 5 Battery Cap Extenders, 1 Bandwidth Expansion Software license, and 1 Customizable Encryption Platform. Delivery is specified as on or before 30 September 2025, with inspection and acceptance to occur at NSWC Crane in Indiana. The contract includes specific technical requirements for network hardware compatibility, encryption capabilities, and warranty provisions.