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This Government Contract opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on July 2, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

C-sUAS 4925 RFFE Retrofit

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W50S8A26QA022Federal

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NAICS: 334220
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Next Generation Tactical Radio (NGTR)
Solicitation # N00421-27-RFPREQ-TPM209-0199
The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the Next Generation Tactical Radio (NGTR), a modular Software Defined Radio (SDR) for U.S. Navy and Marine Corps aircraft. The NGTR is intended as a form, fit, and function backwards-compatible replacement for the ARC-210 Generation 5 and 6 radios. Key technical requirements include support for voice and data waveforms in the VHF and UHF bands with operational capabilities up to 6 GHz, including SINCGARS, MUOS, and Integrated Waveform SATCOM. The system must feature a small form factor weighing less than 12.2 pounds, a conduction-cooled design, and a modular High Assurance Device (HAD) to meet NSA cryptographic and Security Evaluation Requirements Document (SERD) standards. Additionally, the system must adhere to Zero Trust security architecture, Risk Management Framework (RMF) controls, and maintain a minimum MTBF of 7500 hours. The acquisition timeline anticipates an Industry Day in the first quarter of FY27, with a final RFP release in the fourth quarter of FY27 and a contract award in the second quarter of FY28, targeting fleet delivery by mid-2034. Eligible firms under NAICS code 334220 must demonstrate expertise in secure military SDRs, agile and modular development, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), and proactive obsolescence management. Performance will be measured against rigorous military standards, including MIL-STD-461G for EMI and MIL-STD-704D/E for power. This current effort is a Request for Information (RFI) to gather industry feedback on technical feasibility, timeline realism, and risk mitigation prior to the formal solicitation process.
Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division

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The 4925 RF Front End Retrofit is a critical component upgrade for the NINJA system, which serves as the USAF and Air National Guard’s primary program of record for counter-small unmanned aerial systems. This procurement is directed solely to Black River Systems due to their exclusive manufacturing capability for this specific retrofit, as mandated by the NGB A4S Memo dated 7 June 2024. The legacy RFFE model is no longer viable due to supply chain disruptions that have compromised warranty and maintenance support, along with diminished operational effectiveness compared to the updated version. No solicitation for quotes is being issued, and the purchase must proceed exclusively through Black River Systems to maintain system capability and interoperability. The contract is issued under solicitation number W50S8A26QA022 with a posting date of July 2, 2026 and a response deadline of July 16, 2026. It is classified as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 334220, ensuring eligibility for small business concerns. The contracting activity is managed by the Department of Defense through the W7NN Uspfo Activity Nhang 155 located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, with performance taking place in Newington, NH. Primary point of contact is Keith Abbott, reachable at [phone hidden] or [email hidden], with secondary contact Richard Trafton at [phone hidden] or [email hidden]. The procurement is issued as a special notice and is accessible through the SAM.gov portal.

General Info

Exclusive sole-source retrofit for NINJA system via Black River Systems to maintain operational capability.

NAICS

334220 - Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Newington, NH, 03801, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

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Unreadable document FY26 Ninja RFFE JA Redacted

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W7NN Uspfo Activity Nhang 157
Contacts2 people available
OfficePORTSMOUTH, NH, 03801-2886, USA
Office AddressPORTSMOUTH, NH, 03801-2886, USA

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This is to notify all vendors the 4925 RF Front End Retrofit will be purchased through Black River Systems. See Sole Source justification below and attached. Quotes are not being requested at this time.


This item needs to be purchased specifically from Black River Systems Company Per NGB A4S Memo dated 7 June 2024. Ninja is currently the USAF and ANG's Program of record for C-sUAS capability. This updated RFFE is required for the NINJA system with the legacy RFFE model being outdated due to supply chain issues (which affects our warranty/maintenance contract) and reduced engagement capability compared to the new model. Black River Systems is the only company that manufacturers this device for the NINJA system.


4925 RFFE needs to be purchased specifically from Black River Systems Company Per NGB A4S Memo dated 7 June 2024.

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