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Reference-Number-N00019-05-G-0024-0027Federal

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The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), through its Air Combat Electronic Program Office (PMA-209), intends to issue an order under the existing Basic Ordering Agreement with Rockwell Collins Government Systems for work related to secure voice communications across various platforms including aircraft, ships, and ground systems. The contract involves evaluating and reporting on the performance of radio frequency communication links when using advanced Suite A and B encryption algorithms within the RT-1939(C) radio system. This includes analyzing voice and data encryption capabilities, proposing suitable candidate encryption algorithms for naval aviation needs, and identifying necessary interfaces for remote management and key loading functions. The effort is targeted for completion by November 2007. Rockwell Collins is the sole source for this requirement as they are the exclusive developer and rights holder of the ARC-210 family of radios and related equipment, which are central to this program. Given the proprietary nature of the equipment and specialized knowledge required, the procurement will follow FAR 6.302-1 guidelines for a sole-source acquisition. The contract aims to support NAVAIR’s mission in managing the lifecycle of air combat electronics systems, ensuring secure, reliable communication capabilities that meet evolving encryption standards. The point of contact for the solicitation is Contracting Officer Rebecca J. Wathen.

General Info

NAVAIR contracts Rockwell Collins to evaluate secure voice encryption in ARC-210 radios by November 2007.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Naval Air Systems Command

NAICS

334290 - Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing

Place of Performance

400 Collins Road NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52498, MD

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NONE

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PostedAug 3

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Air Systems Command

Contacts1 person available

OfficePATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-5000, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Air Systems Command

Office AddressPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-5000, USA

Contacts

Rebecca J WathenContracting Officer

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

This is a notice of intent by the Naval Air Systems Command, Air Combat Electronic Program Office (PMA-209) to issue an order under Basic Ordering Agreement N00019-05-G-0024 with Rockwell Collins Government Systems (RCGS), 400 Collins Road NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52498. The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) is assigned responsibility for the planning, programming, budgeting, procurement, installation, operation, and support of the Air Combat Electronics programs. This effort covers the requirements to provide Naval Air Systems Command, Air Combat Electronics Program Office (PMA209). Secure voice communications on aircraft, ships and ground fixed and mobile platforms are presently provided using legacy encryption algorithms in conjunction with UHF, VHF, and HF capable radios. These radios use stand-alone cryptographic devices (the VINSON and/or ANDVT (Advanced Narrowband Digital Voice Terminal) families of equipment), while others encrypt using embedded modules (crypto engines) such as RAILMAN, HERMES, and INDICTOR. This tasking includes Analyzing and reporting on the expected performance of radio frequency (RF) communication links when using the Suite A and B encryption algorithms in voice and data (including imagery) applications as associated with the RT-1939(C). Present candidate encryption algorithm suitable to fulfill Naval Aviation requirement. Identify the interfaces that will be needed between the RT-1939(C) and the platform/system to perform remote management and key loading functions. Tasking is expected to be completed no later than November 2007. As Rockwell Collins is the sole developer of the ARC-210 Family of products and related ancillary equipment and maintain the proprietary rights to this radio, they are the only capable source of providing the testing. This requirement will be procured in accordance with FAR 6.302-1, only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy the agency requirements.