X band kit
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA483026Q0059
- Agency
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Air Combat Command
Air Force, 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
- Moody AFB, Georgia 31699, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
Air Combat Command is preparing to procure a Panther II X-Band Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) system under total small-business set-aside, with a sources-sought notice due July 28, 2026. The initial procurement covers one system unit; future sustainment will involve maintenance support, potential upgrades, and procurement of additional units based on operational needs.
The X-Band configuration is optimized for military satellite communications and supports high-speed data communications including Internet access, VPN connectivity, and video transmission. The system is available with 60 cm and 96 cm parabolic reflector antennas and supports both manual and auto-acquisition modes. Its lightweight, rugged design allows transport in a rucksack or airline-checkable hard case, enabling rapid deployment with minimal setup time.
Critical performance requirements include data rates up to 3 Mbps transmit and 45 Mbps receive over X-Band frequencies; rapid acquisition to minimize time to establish communications; and operation across temperatures ranging from −32°C to +50°C while withstanding wind speeds up to 45 mph with proper anchoring. The system must support power-saving features and operate on various power sources, including 10–48VDC and 90–264VAC input. Identified risk factors include potential performance degradation under extreme environmental conditions and reliance on external power sources in remote locations.
NAICS 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing) applies. PSC 5985 governs (Antennas, Waveguides, And Related Equipment).
Notice text
*THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT*
The Panther II is a tri-band, man-portable Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) system designed for high-speed data communications, including Internet access, VPN connectivity, and video transmission. This requirement focuses exclusively on the X-Band configuration, which is optimized for military satellite communications. The system is available with 60 cm and 96 cm parabolic reflector antennas and supports both manual and auto-acquisition modes. Its lightweight and rugged design allows for transport in a rucksack or airline-checkable hard case.
This is a requirement aimed at enhancing tactical communication capabilities through the deployment of X-Band VSAT systems.
Critical Performance Requirements and Risk Factors
· High Data Throughput: The system must support data rates up to 3 Mbps transmit and 45 Mbps receive over X-Band frequencies.
· Rapid Deployment: The system should allow for quick setup and acquisition, minimizing the time to establish communications.
· Environmental Resilience: The equipment must operate effectively in temperatures ranging from -32°C to +50°C and withstand wind speeds up to 45 mph with proper anchoring.
· Power Efficiency: The system should support power-saving features and operate on various power sources, including 10-48VDC and 90-264VAC.
Risk Factors:
· Environmental Conditions: Extreme temperatures and high wind speeds may affect system performance.
· Power Supply Variability: Dependence on external power sources may pose challenges in remote locations.
Quantities and Sustainment
The initial procurement is for 1 Panther II X-Band system. Future sustainment will involve maintenance support, potential upgrades, and procurement of additional units based on operational needs.
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