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Request for Information (RFI) – Modular Tactical Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) EW System

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Sources Sought from the Department of the Air Force, for work in Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio. Due Nov 18, 2026, 12:00 PM (UTC-5), 29 days left.

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Solicitation numberFA8629-27-R-5005
AgencyDepartment of the Air Force
OfficeFA8629 Aflcmc Wisk Sof/Pr
Notice typeSources Sought
Set-asideNone
Trade (NAICS)Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)
Place of performanceWright Patterson AFB, Ohio
PostedOct 19, 2026
Response deadlineNov 18, 2026, 12:00 PM (UTC-5) (29 days left)
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Description

This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS)/Request for Information (RFI) is issued for informational purposes and market research only; it does not constitute a solicitation. The Government will not reimburse any company or individual for any expenses associated with preparing/submitting information in response to this posting. The information provided may be used by the Government in developing its acquisition strategy, statement of work/statement of objectives, and/or performance specifications.

Interested parties are responsible for adequately marking proprietary or competition sensitive information contained within their response as instructed later in this posting. The United States (US) Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance & Special Operations Forces (ISR & SOF) Directorate, Special Warfare (SW) Program Office (AFLCMC/WISN) is conducting market research to identify possible sources capable of providing body worn, low Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP), user friendly, modular tactical SIGINT/EW system capable of full spectrum signals prosecution in adverse environments.

Please see attachment for additional details and information on how to respond to this RFI.

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