Sources Sought_FlightAntennasBatteries_23April2026.pdf

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

The 763rd Enterprise Sourcing Squadron (763 ESS) is seeking information regarding Flight Antennas and Batteries.

CONTRACTING OFFICE ADDRESS: 763 ESS/PKS, 510 POW/MIA Dr., Scott AFB, IL. 62225

INTRODUCTION:

This is a Request for Information 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 Manpack Antennas & Batteries.

DISCLAIMER:

THIS REQUEST FOR INFOMRATION IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES

ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE

A 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.

REQUIRED CAPABILITIES:

The 15 ASOS has a need for Flight Antenna and Batteries – specific tactical communications and battery systems in support of ongoing operational mission requirements.

An equivalent item is acceptable, provided it meets the exact form, f\it and function of the part numbers listed below.

X001 MP-3512/TG 30-512MHz Manpack Antenna - Gooseneck

X002 1Y58950 MPDP225X2/1.25-2.7, 225-450 and 1250-2700 MHz

X003

12500-2500-02 BATTERY PK, RECHARGEABLE, 7.0A-HR LITH

ION, GRN

X004 E45-0070-414 O-RING EPDM, 70 DURO, 2.5MM W, 14MM ID

X005 BT-70791CK BATTERY, LiION, BB-2590,251Wh

Antennas:

• Must support multi-band operation compatible with military and MANET radio systems

• Antenna must operate within:

o 225–450 MHz (UHF band) o 1250–2700 MHz (L/S bands)

• Omni-directional radiation pattern (360° azimuth coverage)

• Nominal impedance of 50 ohms

• VSWR of ≤ 2.5:1 (2:1 typical)

• Vertical polarization

• Integrated Antenna Matching Unit (AMU) for optimized performance

• Power handling of at least 25 watts

• Ruggedized construction:

o UV-stable radome o Corrosion-resistant materials o Designed to meet MIL-STD-810 environmental conditions

• Compact and lightweight form factor suitable for portable and mobile operations

Batteries and Accessories:

• Must be fully compatible with supported handheld and tactical radio systems

• Rechargeable lithium-ion chemistry

• Smart battery capability (for L3Harris 12500-2500-02), including battery management and status monitoring

• BB-2590/U form factor (for Bren-Tronics BT-70791CK) with 251 Wh capacity

• O-Ring (E45-0070-414) must be fully compatible and provide environmental sealing for the associated battery – O-Ring is only compatible for 163 battery 12500-2500-02

• Batteries must meet applicable safety and performance standards for military use

• Interoperability:

The antennas and batteries must function with existing tactical radios and MANET systems without degradation in performance. Substitutions introduce risk of incompatibility with waveforms, connectors, and power requirements.

• Form, Fit, and Function:

The listed products meet exact physical, electrical, and environmental specifications required for deployed systems, including frequency coverage, impedance, and battery interface standards.

• System Certification and Safety:

The L3Harris batteries and associated components are certified for use with supported radio platforms. Use of non-OEM or non-approved batteries may void equipment certifications and introduce safety risks.

NORTH AMERICAN INDUSTRY CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (NAICS) CODE:

The anticipated North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) for this requirement is 334220, with the corresponding size standard of 1,250 employees.

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 Request for Information, you are also encouraged to provide information regarding your plans to use joint venturing (JV) or partnering to meet each of the requirements 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 perform aspects of 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 subject requirement.

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

a. A description demonstrating your business’s ability to perform the services listed in the Required Capability section of this notice;

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

Any questions regarding this Request for Information Notice shall be submitted in writing via email to Contract Specialist, Katelyn Timmermann, at katelyn.timmermann@us.af.mil and Contracting Officer, Angela Port, at angela.port@us.af.mil. Verbal questions will not be accepted. The Government does not guarantee that questions receive after 29 April 2026 will be answered.

Businesses who wish to respond to this should send responses via email no later than 01 May 2026 at 12 PM Central Standard Time (CST) to the Contract Specialist, Katelyn Timmermann, at katelyn.timmermann@us.af.mil and Contracting Officer, Angela Port, at angela.port@us.af.mil.

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 Request for Information 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.