AN/PRC-117G and AN/PRC-163

The Pacific Air Forces, under the Department of the Air Force, has issued a Special Notice for the procurement of L3 Harris AN/PRC-117G and AN/PRC-163 radio communication systems. The solicitation (FA527025QA109) specifically seeks the AN/PRC-117G(V)1(C) Radio Assembly Type 1 Multiband Manpack with GPS along with associated accessories and support equipment. This procurement is being managed by the 18th Contracting Squadron at Kadena Air Base, Japan, for the 909 Aerial Refueling Squadron. The requirement encompasses 13 specific line items including radio assemblies, vehicular systems, power supplies, cables, and related communication equipment. The solicitation represents a brand name requirement specifically for L3Harris equipment due to the unique mission requirements and technical specifications needed by the Air Force.

The primary objective of this procurement is to acquire specialized radio communication equipment that meets stringent Air Force mission requirements, supporting multiple communication protocols including UHF/VHF line-of-sight, secure voice and data encryption, HAVE QUICK II, and various SATCOM capabilities. The original quote submission deadline of August 30, 2025, has been extended to September 12, 2025, at 11:00 AM Japan Standard Time, providing contractors additional time to prepare their responses. Potential contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and comply with federal acquisition regulations under NAICS code 334220 for Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing. The procurement will be conducted as a firm fixed-price contract under simplified acquisition procedures, with funding levels exceeding $750,000. Questions from potential offerors were accepted until August 21, 2025, and the government has reserved the right to cancel the solicitation if funds become unavailable.