RFI for AE Comms Kit Requirement.docx

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ANNOUNCEMENT

The 763rd Enterprise Sourcing Squadron (763 ESS) is seeking sources for integrated Aeromedical Evacuation (AE) Tactical Communications Kits. Each kit will be made up of three components: TUCK-19 mobile tactical networking platform, the KG-250X High Assurance IP Encryptor, and the SpaceX Starshield Mini Satellite Terminal. These specific components are required due to highly specialized technical specifications and a unique level of hardware/software integration that is necessary to support en-route patient care during Aeromedical Evacuation (AE) operations.

CONTRACTING OFFICE ADDRESS:

510 POW/MIA Drive, Bldg P40, Suite E1004 Scott AFB, IL 62225-5022

INTRODUCTION:

This is a RFI is to determine the availability and technical capability of large and small businesses (including the following subsets, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, HUBZone Firms; Certified 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and Woman Owned Small Business) to provide the required products and/or services.

The 763rd ESS is seeking information for potential sources for AE Tactical Communications Kits. Each kit must deliver a dual-enclave (mobile networking platform with NIPR and Secret Internet Protocol Router (SIPR) capabilities and must provide the following overall features:

-Ruggedized Mobile Network Routing: Fully integrated, automated PACE (Primary, Alternate, Contingency, Emergency) failover across 5G cellular, Wi-Fi, and (Low Earth Orbit) LEO satellite transport (TUCK-19).

- Embedded MANTLE Automation Suite: Graphical User Interface (GUI)-driven configuration capability for rapid system setup in minutes.

- Type-1 High Assurance IP Encryption (HAIPE): NSA-approved Type-1 Encryption (KG-250X).

- High-Bandwidth Commercial Starshield Satellite Transport: Low-latency satellite transport

- Low Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) Design: Lightweight (12-13 lbs.), small-form-factor chassis engineered for tactical austere operations and rugged tactical environments.

AMC/A3 requests the following quantities of the above listed components: Eight (8) Tuck-19 platforms; Eight (8) KG-250X NSA Encryptors; and Four (4) SpaceX Starshield Mini Terminals.

These tactical communication kits will be delivered to the US Army SNOC, 3422 Harty Rd, Joint Base MDL, NJ 08641 for system programming and configuration within 365 days of contract award. Contract award will take place on or before 30 September 2026.

DISCLAIMER:

THIS RFI IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY.

CONTRACT/PROGRAM BACKGROUND:

This is a new requirement for AE Tactical Communication Kits. There was a previously procured requirement for the TUCK-19 components (FA445225F0064) only, but the delivery order did not include the necessary components of the KG-250X High Assurance IP Encryptors and the SpaceX Starshield Mini Satellite Terminals.

REQUIRED CAPABILITIES:

The table below lists all of the main technical/task requirements of the Request for Information (RFI) Draft Salient Characteristics. You must identify the percentage of the task that your company can provide these products and information which demonstrates your capabilities to meet that percentage.

Tuck-19 platforms (8)

KG-250X NSA Encryptor (8)

SpaceX Starshield Mini Terminal (4)

Training Documents and four (4) days of in-person training on initial setup and basic troubleshooting techniques

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

See Salient Characteristics List.

NORTH AMERICAN INDUSTRY CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (NAICS) CODE:

The anticipated North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) for this requirement is 541519 – Other Computer Related Services, with the corresponding size standard of $34,000,000 in annual revenue.

To assist 763 ESS in making a determination regarding the level of participation by small business in any subsequent procurement that may result from this RFI, you are also encouraged to provide information regarding your plans to use joint venturing (JV) or partnering to meet each of the requirement’s areas contained herein. This includes responses from qualified and capable Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, Service Disabled-Veteran Owned Small Businesses, Women-owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Small Businesses, and 8(a) companies. You should provide information on how you would envision your company's areas of expertise and those of any proposed JV/partner would be combined to meet the specific requirements contained in this announcement.

In order to make a determination for a small business set-aside, two or more qualified and capable small businesses must submit responses that demonstrate their qualifications. Responses must demonstrate the company’s ability to perform in accordance with the Limitations on Subcontracting clause (RFO 52.219-14).

SUBMISSION DETAILS:

Responses should include:

1) Business name and address;

2) Name of company representative, business title and email;

3) Cage Code;

4) Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) Number;

5) Large or Small Business Size and Type of Small Business (if applicable);

6) List potential subcontractors anticipated to support this effort, to include the percentage of anticipated performance in the table above;

7) Contract vehicles that would be available to the Government for the procurement of the product and service, to include any Governmentwide Acquisition Contracts (GWAC), Federal Supply Schedules (FSS), or any other Government Agency contract vehicle. (This information is for market research only and does not preclude your company from responding to this notice.);

8) Please provide any questions or concerns you have on the NAICS code provided;

9) Please provide any comments/concerns with the Draft Salient Characteristics you would like the Government to consider;

10) Identify any major performance, schedule, or cost risks anticipated;

11) Interested businesses should submit a brief capability statement package that includes:

a. Description demonstrating your business’s ability to deliver the products listed in the Required Capability section of this notice;

b. A brief description of experience (Commercial or Government) in providing requirements/tasks similar in the size and scope to those described in the attached Draft Salient Characteristics;

c. Packages should be limited to no more than 10 pages. The 10-page limit should include any past performance references/narratives, and all items listed in the submission details section of this notice;

d. Include the percentage your business plans to perform of the required capabilities outlined in the table above; and

e. Include a statement of intent regarding the submission of a proposal in response to any resulting solicitation.

Any questions regarding this RFI shall be submitted in writing via email to Contract Specialist, Lauren Thoele, at lauren.thoele@us.af.mil and Contracting Officer, Kristy Daugherty, at kristy.daugherty@us.af.mil. Verbal questions will not be accepted. The Government does not guarantee that questions receive after 17 September 2026 at 12:00 pm Central Standard Time (CST) will be answered.

Businesses who wish to respond to this should send responses via email no later than 18 September 2026 at 10:00 am CST to the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer listed in the above paragraph.

Proprietary information and trade secrets (if any) must be clearly marked on all materials. All information received that is marked Proprietary will be handled accordingly. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned. All government and contractor personal reviewing RFI responses will have signed non-disclosure agreements and understand their responsibility for proper use and protection from unauthorized disclosure of proprietary information as described 41 USC 423. The Government shall not be held liable for any damages incurred if proprietary information is not properly identified.