Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Theater Ground Based Radar Request for Information

The Missile Defense Agency's Mobile Land-Based Sensors Program Office is conducting market research through this Request for Information to assess industry capabilities for developing a new mobile ground-based radar system supporting Next Generation Missile Defense operations. The radar system must acquire, track, and discriminate against ballistic, hypersonic, and cruise missile threats, with specific performance requirements including the ability to simultaneously track 58 total missile targets, provide 360-degree azimuth coverage, and maintain operational capability within 24 hours of deployment. Key technical specifications require the system to operate within a maximum 100m x 100m footprint, function continuously for 90 days with minimal on-site personnel, interface with MDA C2BMC and Army IBCS battle management systems, and be HEMP hardened for electromagnetic protection. Industry respondents must submit detailed white papers up to 30 pages addressing capabilities, recommended alternatives, non-recurring engineering costs, risk mitigation strategies, and rough order of magnitude pricing. The response deadline has been extended to September 12, 2025, with submissions required in Microsoft Word or PDF format, and CUI level submissions must request a DoD SAFE link by September 9, 2025.

This procurement opportunity does not include any set-aside designations and is open to all qualified contractors. No current incumbents or existing contractors are identified in the documentation. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the RFI requests rough order of magnitude pricing estimates from respondents to inform future procurement planning. The production timeline specifies delivery of the first radar unit by December 31, 2028, followed by two additional units by December 31, 2029, indicating a multi-year development and production schedule. The system must demonstrate sensitivity ranges from -10 to -20 dBsm at distances between 200-2233 kilometers and support complex threat scenarios with multiple simultaneous engagements. The agency emphasizes this is purely a market research effort that does not constitute a formal solicitation or guarantee future contracting opportunities.