SpaceX Walkman Block 2 Radios

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR part 12, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

This requirement is being solicited on a sole source basis to Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX). The request for Quotation (RFQ) number is N66604-26-Q-0381. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this acquisition is 334220 - Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing. The Small Business Size Standard is 1250 Employees. PSC is 5340 – Hardware, Commercial.

The Government requires radio frequency circuits that need to be supported under stringent size, weight, and power (SWaP) constraints. The SpaceX Walkman radio is the only radio that can support a subset of the required circuits within the smallest SWaP form factor currently available. There are no other radios in the open market that have the exact fit, form, and function as SpaceX Walkman Radio. Using a different model would require designing, engineering, and testing a new system to the exact specifications to seamlessly integrate and perform with the Government’s current infrastructure. This would result in significant duplication of cost and schedule delays; therefore, this acquisition can only be obtained through SpaceX.

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) intends to purchase on a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) basis with the below CLIN structure. This solicitation is not a request for competitive quotes. A determination not to compete this proposed requirement based on responses to this solicitation is solely within the discretion of the Government. Quotes received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement in the future.

CLIN 0001: Walkman Block 2 radio, with antenna, Part # 02036038-block 2, QTY 40

Delivery is F.O.B. Destination, Newport, RI. The Government’s required delivery date is on or before October 31, 2026.

In accordance with DFARS Clause 252.211-7003, the contractor shall provide a unique item identifier (UID) for all delivered items for which the Government’s unit acquisition cost is $5,000.00 or more.

Payment is via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) 

Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the latest Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC). Full text of incorporated FAR/DFARS clauses and provisions may be accessed electronically at https://acquisition.gov/far.
The following FAR provisions and clauses apply to this solicitation:
--FAR 52.203-11, Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions (Sep 2007)
--FAR 52.204-19, Incorporation by Reference of Representations and Certifications
--FAR 52.204-23 Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab and Other Covered Entities (NOV 2021)
--FAR 52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications And Video Surveillance Services Or Equipment (Nov 2021).
-- FAR 52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunication and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (Nov 2021)
--FAR 52.204-26, Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services—Representation (Oct 2020)
--FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Items
--FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation—Commercial Items
--FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items (DEVIATION 2025-O0003) (DEVIATION 2025-O0004)
--FAR 52.212-4 Terms and Conditions—Simplified Acquisitions (Commercial Products and Commercial Services)
--FAR 52.232-39, Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations (JUN 2013)
--FAR 52.232-40, Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (NOV 2021)
--FAR 52.232-1, Payments (Apr 1984)
--FAR 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004)
--FAR 52.246-26 Reporting Nonconforming Items.
--FAR 52.252-1, Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998)
In addition, the following Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) clauses and provisions apply to this order:
--DFARS 252.203-7000, Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials (SEP 2011)
--DFARS 252.203-7002, Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights (DEC 2022)
--DFARS 252.203-7005, Representation Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials (Sep 2022)
--DFARS 252.204-7008, Compliance with Safeguarding Covered Defense Information Controls (Oct 2016);
--DFARS 252.204- 7009, Limitations on the Use or Disclosure of Third-Party Contractor Reported Cyber Incident Information (Oct 2016);
--DFARS 252.204-7012, Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting (Dec 2019);
--DFARS 252.204-7015, Notice of Authorized Disclosure of Information for Litigation Support (May 2016);
--DFARS 252.204-7018, Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services (Jan 2021);
--DFARS 252.204-7019 Notice of NIST SP 900-171 DOD Assessment Requirements;
--DFARS 252.204-7020 NIST SP 800-171 DOD Assessment Requirements;
--DFARS 252.211-7003, Item Unique Identification and Valuation (JAN 2023);
--DFARS 252.246-7007 Contractor Counterfeit Electronic Part Detection and Avoidance System;
--DFARS 252.246-7008 Sources of Electronic Parts.

Quotes shall be submitted electronically via email to Amy Prisco at amy.k.prisco.civ@us.navy.mil and must be received on or before July 15, 2026  at 1400 Eastern Standard Time (EST). Quotes received after this date are late and may not be considered for award.