Notice of Intent to Sole Source for UHF/VHF Radios

AFTC/PZZF Directorate of Contracting, 5 South Wolfe Avenue, Edwards AFB, CA 93524

SUBJECT:  Notice of Intent to Sole Source for UHF/VHF Radios

REF NO.:  ACQ-25-H35

This is a synopsis of contract action (SOCA); this is not a solicitation for a Request for Proposal, Invitation to Bid, or a commitment, implied or otherwise, that AFTC/PZZF will take procurement action in the matter. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this SOCA or any follow-up information requests. The purpose of this SOCA is to notify industry of the USAF’s intent of contract action and possibly gain knowledge of other potentially qualified sources and their size classifications (small business, large business, etc.) please do not request a copy of solicitation, as one does not exist.

The AFTC Contracting Directorate (AFTC/PZZF), Edwards AFB intends to issue a sole source, Firm-Fixed Price Contract under the authority of 10 United States Code (USC) 2302(b), as implemented by FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and DAFFARS 5313.501 to:

Rockwell Collins/Collins Aerospace CAGE 13499, 400 Collins Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids IA.

The applicable NAICS is 334511 with a size standard of 1350 employees.

The following is a brief description of the acquisition requirements:

UHF/VHF Radios and ancillary supplies in the following quantities:

1. RT-4150 (50W) (V/UHF) 270-3186-072 QTY 106 EA

2. RT-4150 270-3186-872 W/ HAVE QUICK AND SATURN QTY 2

2. RT- 4150 (50W) V/UHF) 270-3186-772 QTY 35 EA

3. RCU-720 270-3148-066 QTY 10 EA

4. RCU Mount 270-3148-061 QTY 9 EA

5. MMT-1000 (RADIO Tray) 270-3186-060 QTY 68 EA

6. RCU Desk Mount 270-3148-072 QTY 3 EA

7. RCU Dual Rack Mount 270-3148-073 QTY 8

8. Air Blocking Panels 270-3186-080 QTY 3 EA

9. Antenna Port Kit 270-3186-152 QTY 35

10. Handset 977-0139-010 QTY 23

11. PC Control Software 984-4799-021 QTY 17 EA

Critical performance Specs:

UHF/VHF capable

Fully VoIP capable

Must be “Have Quick and SATURN” capable

Must have Cipher Text mode capability

Must Integrate with the Compunetix Mission Voice Platforms (MVPs)

Must be compatible with Compunetix KYOIP

The above listed requirements are the performance drivers facilitating the use of the radios. The ability to meet all customer requirements and integrate into the MVPs without additional software updates and patches is necessary to ensure seamless integration with minimal impact to mission support.

There are no solicitation documents; however, any vendors that believe they can meet the requirements described should submit a complete technical package, which provides clear and convincing evidence that they can meet the Government’s requirement. In addition, the response should include verification of the Offeror’s Representation and Certifications—Commercial Items in accordance to FAR 52.212-3. If the offer does not have a copy of this provision, go to http://www.sam.gov/ to load required information. Any response received without completing this registration will be considered noncompliant. Further, the response should include any special requirements for a commercial contract (i.e. Commercial Financing, Warranty Provisions, Delivery Information, etc.) in accordance with FAR part 12.

All information furnished shall be in writing and must contain sufficient detail to allow the government representative to evaluate and determine if it can meet the requirement. Responses must be received no later than (NLT) 07:00 a.m., Pacific Standard Time, 4 April 2025. Responses should be submitted to: Contracting Officer Christina Day (AFTC/PZZF), Directorate of Contracting, 5 South Wolfe Avenue, Edwards AFB, CA 93524. The contractual points of contact are Christina Day, E-mail: christina.day.6@us.af.mil and Victoria Escobar victoria.escobar.3@us.af.mil