RFI CMDL v-1.docx

MARKET RESEARCH REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

For TDN Lab Tech Refresh CMDL 2x Radios 16 September 2025

Hanscom Air Force Base is seeking information in support of market research being conducted by the United States Air Force (USAF), Air Force Lifecycle Management Center (AFLCMC/C3N) for TDN Lab Tech Refresh CMDL 2x Radios. Any information submitted by respondents to this RFI is strictly voluntary. This RFI does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or an Invitation for Bid (IFB), nor does its issuance restrict the Government as to its ultimate acquisition approach. There is no solicitation available at this time. Requests for a solicitation will not receive a response. The Government will neither award a contract solely on the basis of this notice, nor pay for any information that is submitted by respondents to this RFI.

I. Introduction: The Air Force’s Tactical Data Network Lab (TDN) is updating their equipment possessions to upgrade their capabilities in the arena of the Common Data Link (CDL) technologies.

II. Description of Service/Product: The L3Harris CMDL 2x is a secure, rugged, low cost, low SWaP, software programmable modem product for use in size constrained military or commercial platforms as a video encoder/decoder, networked payload controller, or vehicle command and control data link. The CMDL 2x includes all modem functions and connects to a broad line of external amplifiers, RFEs, and antenna, including the popular L3Harris Multi-Band GaN SSPA. CMDL 2x offers optional AES1 encryption support and high-definition video encoding capability. It is intended for use on group 3 UAVs, targeting pods, and smaller manned aircraft. The CMDL 2x is a member of the L3Harris small form-factor product family which is based on a common product architecture. This architecture commonality assures the maximum level of interoperability between CMDL/CMDL 2 users and users of other L3Harris radio variants. Additional CMDL 2x enhancements include all SSPA I/O moved to the front panel 15-pin Micro-D connector, video ports changed to more robust HD-BNC connectors, and a smaller mounting hole footprint.

III. Data Submission Requirements: The Government requests that potential contractors provide recommended professional training classes that meet the requirements stated above. The contractor can make recommendations for a potential future release of a Request for Quote (RFQ).

Contractors will include their business category (i.e. Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, etc.) and their North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) or Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code.

IV. Submittal: The Government requests responses to this RFI be delivered no later than COB October 24, 2025.

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The Government will review Industry responses in detail. If the Government would like to discuss your response to this RFI they will contact you for additional information.

Target Date for Questions: COB October 7, 2025. Questions received after the Target Date may not be answered.

Please refer any questions regarding this RFI to Mr. Phay, Contract Specialist at chhunheng.phay@us.af.mil and Capt. Levi Cooper, Contracting Officer at levi.cooper.3@us.af.mil.

The information received will not obligate the Government in any manner nor will the Government reimburse contractors for any costs associated with submittal of this request for information. This RFI does not constitute an Invitation for Bid or a Request for Proposal, nor should it be considered as a commitment on the part of the Government.

Correspondence Classification: Correspondence between Government and contractor shall be Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and documents to be marked per DoD CUI Program (https://www.dodcui.mil/Procurement-and-Acquisition/General-Procurement-and-Acquisition/).