National Airspace System Air Traffic Control Voice Communications Switch (NAS ATC VCS)
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA8141-27-R-0001
- Agency
-
AFLCMC Tinker AFB
Lifecycle Management Center, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334210 Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing
- PSC
- 7G21 It And Telecom - Network: Digital Network Products (Hardware And Perpetual License Software)
- Place of performance
- Tinker AFB, Oklahoma 73145, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Air Force Materiel Command Lifecycle Management Center (AFLCMC) at Tinker Air Force Base intends to solicit a modernized Voice Communications Switch (VCS) for the National Airspace System Air Traffic Control operations, with a response deadline of August 25, 2026; this procurement is limited to a pre-identified pool of vendors already validated and approved by the FAA for ATC operations.
The Government has identified only two vendors meeting the stringent operational, safety, and interoperability standards through market research conducted in 2022 and 2023. Interested vendors must submit documentation within 7 calendar days demonstrating FAA validation and approval, prior relevant contracts, ICAO and FAA compliance certifications, and capability to obtain FAA approval by March 2027. The acquisition is classified under NAICS 334210 (Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing) with PSC 7G21 (IT and Telecom – Network: Digital Network Products).
The Government anticipates procuring approximately 150 Air Traffic Control voice switches. The VCS system must be a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)-enabled, network-based communications system utilizing open systems standards and commercial non-developmental items (NDI). Required capabilities include improved aircraft flow capacity, scalability from tactical to large-capacity systems, fault tolerance, flexible user access profile definitions for secure access, and reduced equipment inventory and maintenance burden. Scope encompasses system production, installation services, training, and interim system support. The Government mandate to field upgraded systems by FY 2027 drives the compressed timeline. Small businesses are encouraged to pursue subcontracting and teaming arrangements with FAA-approved prime vendors. Primary points of contact are Katelyn Ward (Program Manager), Kimberly Simms (Contracting Officer), and Anthony Cotto (Contracting Officer).
Notice text
PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION: The purpose of this notice is to advise that the Government intends to solicit for award to a limited pool of potential vendors already identified, validated, and approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for Air Traffic Control (ATC) operations in the National Air Space (NAS). This acquisition is critical to ensuring the safety, interoperability, and continuity of operations within the NAS. The United States Air Force (USAF) requires a modernized Voice Communications Switch (VCS) that meets stringent FAA operational and safety standards to ensure uninterrupted air traffic management, which is essential for the safety of all aircraft operating within the NAS.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Air Traffic Control SYNOPSIS.docx | DOCX document |
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