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SS JA - BELOW SAT - TUCK-19 - CO Sgnd.pdf | Jun 5, 2026 |
Intent to Sole Source- Tuck-19 (HAIPE) TAC Kits
Contact and place of performance
Cody Daraban
Tucson, AZ 85707
USA
Intent to sole source to NexTech Solutions (NTS). This is not a solicitation and quotes are not being accepted at the moment. The 355th Communication Squadron requires eight (8) High Assurance Internet Protocol Encryptor (HAIPE) systems to establish a mobile Mission Planning Cell (MPC) capable of supporting Expeditionary operations and Mission Generation Force Element (MGFE) deployments during contingencies and exerc...
View moreAll responsible sources may identify their interest and provide capability statements in response to this notice. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all responses received within 3 work days after date of publication of this sources sought notice will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete with this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Approval of a source is required. 355 CONS will not delay award while Source Approval is pending.
The time required for approval of a new source is normally such that an award cannot be delayed pending approval of a new source.
This notice serves as the synopsis and notice of intent to sole-source. The Government does not possess the necessary information to manufacture the equipment/items solicited hereunder from any source other than the OEM.
See below for item specifics:
CLIN 0001 - TUCK-NTS-S-1, Small Form Factor SIPR capable kit. 4ea
CLIN 0002- TUCK-NTS-S-1, Small Form Factor SIPR capable kit. 4ea
The Department of the Air Force, specifically the 355th Communication Squadron at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson, Arizona, intends to issue a sole-source award to NexTech Solutions (NTS) for High Assurance Internet Protocol Encryptor (HAIPE) systems. Under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, the government seeks to procure eight TUCK-19 kits, classified as CLIN 0001 and CLIN 0002. These systems are required to establish a mobile Mission Planning Cell capable of supporting Expeditionary operations and Mission Generation Force Element deployments during contingencies and exercises. This requirement is categorized under NAICS 334290 Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing and PSC 5810 Communications Security Equipment and Components.
The requested equipment must provide both NIPRNet and SIPRNet connectivity to enable access to mission-planning products such as ATO, ACO, AOD, and SPINS from austere global locations. Each ruggedized, small-form-factor system must feature a minimum of eight ports for both networks, internal battery power using replaceable MIL-STD radio batteries, and an integrated crypto sled. Technical specifications include multiple integration options such as a built-in 5G SIM card port and the ability to ingest wired internet from Starshield terminals. The units must be portable by a single person and capable of setup or teardown in under 10 minutes.
This special notice, identified by solicitation number FA487726QA118, was published on June 5, 2026, and includes one attachment: a signed Sole Source Justification and Approval document. While the government intends to negotiate only with the original equipment manufacturer, responsible sources may submit capability statements by the response deadline of June 10, 2026. All responses received within three work days of publication will be considered, though the government maintains discretion regarding the determination not to compete the contract. Cody Daraban is the designated point of contact for this procurement.
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