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

HH-60W Link-16 Advanced Capability Modernization

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FA8509-26-R-HH60_LINK16Federal

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Department Of Defense → FA8509 Aflcmc Wiuka

NAICS

336413 - Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing

Place of Performance

GA

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Sources Sought Synopsis for HH-60W Link-16 Advanced Capability Modernization

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Sources Sought Synopsis for HH-60W Link-16 Advanced Capability Modernization

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8509 Aflcmc Wiuka
Contacts2 people available
OfficeROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA
Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8509 Aflcmc Wiuka
Office AddressROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA
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This Sources Sought is being conducted for informational purposes and market research only to locate additional Sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to perform an upgrade and replacement of the Link-16 TacNet Tactical Radio (TTR) with the KOR-24A Small Tactical Terminal (STT) on the HH-60W helicopter fleet. Please see attachment for further details.

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