Embedded National Tactical Receiver (ENTR) Firmware Update
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- N00019-25-RFPREQ-TPM231-0467
- Agency
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Naval Air Systems Command
Department of the Navy, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 336413 Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Patuxent River, Maryland, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Navy Naval Air Systems Command is seeking sources for the integration of an updated Tactical Receive Segment (TRS) software suite that includes Embedded National Tactical Receiver (ENTR) firmware updates into the E-2D aircraft platform. This procurement is driven by a National Security Agency mandate to update cryptographic keys used by the ENTR system and requires non-recurring engineering efforts to integrate updated TRS software into the E-2D Mission Computer and associated firmware updates. Interested vendors must demonstrate specific qualifications including ownership or licensing rights to E-2D MCD software, capability to integrate Red Hat Linux 8-based TRS software into Red Hat Linux 7.9 operational flight programs, access to classified lab testing facilities with E-2D mission system representative equipment, and ability to deliver software ready for government testing by the end of FY26. Vendors must submit one to two page capability statements addressing these requirements and their approach to meeting the accelerated timeline. All responses are due by August 19, 2025, with earliest submissions encouraged for review and potential follow-up requests for additional information.
This Request for Information does not include any set-aside designations and is open to all qualified contractors. No current incumbents or contractors are specifically mentioned in the solicitation notice. The contract period spans FY26-FY27 with a critical milestone requiring completion of government developmental testing by Q1FY27, though no specific award values or budget ranges are disclosed in this pre-solicitation phase. The effort will support E-2 aircraft operations during the specified timeframe and includes provision of technical assistance during government testing phases. Vendors must meet pre-qualification requirements to be eligible for consideration, and the government reserves the right to use submitted data at its discretion while offering to protect proprietary information upon request. This RFI represents an information-gathering phase only and does not constitute a commitment to issue a formal solicitation or make any awards.
Notice text
This announcement constitutes a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential procurement sources for the integration of an updated Tactical Receive Segment (TRS) software suite that includes associated Embedded National Tactical Receiver (ENTR) firmware update into the E-2D. This effort is to meet a National Security Agency (NSA) mandated update of cryptographic keys used by the ENTR.
This effort includes, but is not limited to, performing non-recurring efforts to support the integration of an updated version of the TRS software to the E-2D Mission Computer (MC) and associated ENTR Firmware update capable of meeting mandated cryptographic modernization. For the FY26-FY27 contract, interested businesses shall demonstrate the capability to meet the Government’s required timeline to deliver the update and complete government developmental test by Q1FY27.
The E-2D program office plans to use these services and supplies to support E-2 aircraft from FY26-FY27. Additionally, the vendors will provide technical assistance during government testing of the product. Interested vendors must meet pre-qualification requirements in order to be eligible for consideration. This is NOT a Request for Proposal (RFP).
Vendors interested in responding to the RFI shall provide a one to two page overview statement addressing the following: 1) Brief statement of interest and capabilities; 2) Explain how respondent owns or can provide clear plan and schedule for purchase or license of data rights to modify and deliver E-2D MCD software that is proprietary. 3) Statement of capability to integrate updated GFE TRS software based on Red Hat Linux 8 into an OFP based on Red Hat Linux 7.9. 4) Capable of lab testing with a E-2D mission system representative bench at classified levels. 5) Respondent can meet schedule to deliver software ready for government test by the end of FY26. Responses are requested by 19 August 2025. Earliest possible response is encouraged. Responses will be reviewed, and additional information may be requested from individual vendors if desired by the Government.
This RFI does not constitute a commitment from the Government to issue a solicitation, make an award or awards, or be responsible for any monies expended by any interested party in support of the effort described above. The Government reserves the right to review and use the data submitted at its own discretion. Upon request, the Government will protect proprietary information from unwanted disclosure. Any such requests shall be submitted with the statement of capabilities. Email responses to Androy Allen at androy.f.allen.civ@us.navy.mil.
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Embedded National Tactical Receiver (ENTR) Firmware Update | Pre-Solicitation | |
| This notice | Pre-Solicitation |
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