RFQ hawceyes
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- F1S0A6090A001
- Agency
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Air Force Test Center
Air Force Materiel Command, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334220 Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Edwards, California 93524, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Air Force Test Center at Edwards Air Force Base, California, is conducting market research through a Request for Information to identify contractors capable of providing a Helpful Airborne Wireless Communication Ecosystem Yielding Enhanced Sharing (HAWCEYES) system, with capability statements due July 6, 2026. This procurement is set aside for Total Small Business. NAICS code 334220 applies; PSC 5985 is listed in the RFI narrative, though the opportunity record shows PSC 3690.
The system is a portable, self-contained wireless communications network for Air Force aircraft including the C-17, KC-135, and KC-46. It must support 802.11xx (WiFi) and/or Bluetooth protocols with a minimum 30-meter range, accommodate a minimum of 32 connected devices, and operate via battery for at least 30 minutes (60 minutes desired) or via 115VAC wall power. Integration with commercial VoIP software such as TeamSpeak or Mumble is required, supporting both iOS and Android devices. The contractor must plug into the aircraft's existing intercom system via U-174 connector to receive and retransmit audio wirelessly; transmitting audio back to the intercom system is desired but not required for initial phase.
The contractor shall design, build, and deliver two copies. Initial design coordination must occur within 90 days of contract award, with final delivery within 90 days of design approval. On-site troubleshooting and ground testing at Edwards Air Force Base is required, and personnel may be needed for flight test support meeting Mission Essential Personnel requirements. Work includes compliance with base security requirements, background checks, antiterrorism awareness training, and OPSEC obligations. SAM.gov registration is mandatory. Submissions to Karina Alvarez (karina.alvarez.4@us.af.mil) and Amanda Tate (amanda.tate@us.af.mil) must not exceed 10 double-spaced pages in Microsoft Word or compatible format and include business size, CAGE code/DUNS, relevant past performance, and points of contact. If sufficient responsible sources are identified, a formal RFQ will be posted on SAM.gov.
Notice text
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Update #2 · Latest ·
REQUEST FOR QUOTE (RFQ) HELPFUL AIRBORNE WIRELESS
COMMUNICATION ECOSYSTEM YIELDING ENHANCED SHARING
(HAWCEYES)
This announcement constitutes a Sources Sought Synopsis and Request for Quote (RFQ) to afford industry an opportunity to provide information regarding their capabilities to provide commercial items.
General Information: The Air Force Test Center at Edwards AFB, CA is in the process of determining the acquisition strategy to obtain information from potential eligible and interested contractors for the purchase of HELPFUL AIRBORNE WIRELESS. COMMUNICATION ECOSYSTEM YIELDING ENHANCED SHARING (HAWCEYES). The AFTC anticipates
awarding a contract under the associated North American Industry Classification System
(NAICS) is 334220 and a Product Service Code (PSC) of 5985. System for Award Management
(Sam.gov) registration is mandatory for this contract (see SAM
website at (https://sam.gov/content/home). Responses will contribute to the Market Research Report as part of the acquisition strategy development process. Sources responding are invited to provide input and recommendations concerning contract type, contract clauses, and other aspects of the acquisition and anything else that may help to develop an efficient and effective acquisition strategy. If sufficient responsible and capable sources are identified, a formal RFQ will be posted on SAM.gov.
Interested parties are requested to furnish a capability statement detailing their capabilities to provide these services, including highlights of experience on similar government or commercial contracts/agreements. In addition, please indicate business size (Large or Small), CAGE code/DUNS, provide a list of any contracts or other agreements similar in nature, the program/project name, contract number or other identifier, administering office/address, and the point of contact with the current telephone number.
The AFTC will not pay for information or comments provided and will not recognize any cost associated with submission of comments. Please provide your response in Microsoft Word or a Microsoft Word compatible format. Submissions should be to the point and no more than 10 double space pages. Responses shall not be proprietary and will be unclassified.
Interested vendors should submit responses no later than July 6, 2026 09:00 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time (PDT). Small Business sources responding should state their business size status based on the NAICS referenced above. Replies to this RFI should be sent via email to Karina Alvarez, Contract Specialist, AFTC/PZIOA at karina.alvarez.4@us.af.mil and cc: Amanda Tate, Contracting Officer, AFTC/PZIOA at amanda.tate@us.af.mil.
Update #1 ·
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) HELPFUL AIRBORNE WIRELESS
COMMUNICATION ECOSYSTEM YIELDING ENHANCED SHARING
(HAWCEYES)
This announcement constitutes a Sources Sought Synopsis and Request for Information (RFI) to afford industry an opportunity to provide information regarding their capabilities to provide commercial items. This is not a Request for Quotation (RFQ) or an Invitation for Bid (IFB), nor is it to be construed as a commitment by the U. S. Government to form a binding contract. Parties that respond will not be paid for the information submitted. The Air Force is hereby requesting capability statements and other information from interested sources.
General Information: The Air Force Test Center at Edwards AFB, CA is in the process of determining the acquisition strategy to obtain information from potential eligible and interested contractors for the purchase of HELPFUL AIRBORNE WIRELESS. COMMUNICATION ECOSYSTEM YIELDING ENHANCED SHARING (HAWCEYES). The AFTC anticipates
awarding a contract under the associated North American Industry Classification System
(NAICS) is 334220 and a Product Service Code (PSC) of 5985. System for Award Management
(Sam.gov) registration is mandatory for this contract (see SAM
website at (https://sam.gov/content/home). Responses will contribute to the Market Research Report as part of the acquisition strategy development process. Sources responding are invited to provide input and recommendations concerning contract type, contract clauses, and other aspects of the acquisition and anything else that may help to develop an efficient and effective acquisition strategy. If sufficient responsible and capable sources are identified, a formal RFQ will be posted on SAM.gov.
Interested parties are requested to furnish a capability statement detailing their capabilities to provide these services, including highlights of experience on similar government or commercial contracts/agreements. In addition, please indicate business size (Large or Small), CAGE code/DUNS, provide a list of any contracts or other agreements similar in nature, the program/project name, contract number or other identifier, administering office/address, and the point of contact with the current telephone number.
The AFTC will not pay for information or comments provided and will not recognize any cost associated with submission of comments. Please provide your response in Microsoft Word or a Microsoft Word compatible format. Submissions should be to the point and no more than 10 double space pages. Responses shall not be proprietary and will be unclassified.
Interested vendors should submit responses no later than July 6, 2026 09:00 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time (PDT). Small Business sources responding should state their business size status based on the NAICS referenced above. Replies to this RFI should be sent via email to Karina Alvarez, Contract Specialist, AFTC/PZIOA at karina.alvarez.4@us.af.mil and cc: Amanda Tate, Contracting Officer, AFTC/PZIOA at amanda.tate@us.af.mil.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| HAWCEYES SOW.pdf | ||
| NEW HAWCEYES RFI.pdf |
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