Description
The US Air Force is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the production of the SATCOM Antenna and Satellite Data Unit. The Satellite Data Unit provides standalone satellite communication for use in the cabin, while the SATCOM Antenna is an ARINC 781 High Gain Antenna used to receive and transmit voice and data from a moving aircraft via the Inmarsat satellite network. The original equipment manufacturer, EMS Technologies Canada, Ltd, is the only known source with adequate knowledge of the SATCOM Antenna and Satellite Data Unit's performance requirements and possession of the required technical data and capabilities needed to produce this item.
* The SATCOM Antenna and Satellite Data Unit are used in the C-5 program.
* The Government intends to procure these items using Other Than Full and Open Competition.
* Interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement by January 8, 2026.
* The Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement.
Attached files
The solicitation documents live at the source — open the bid source above to download them.
Contact
Matthew White