Request for Information (RFI) - Yoshida Tactical CHVP Inline Encryptor

The U.S. Department of Defense, through the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather industry input on the development and feasibility of a Small Form Factor (SFF) CHVP Inline Encryptor, specifically under the Yoshida Tactical program. This RFI, identified by solicitation number FA8307-26-R-CHVPInlineEncryptor, was posted on July 22, 2026, with responses due by August 25, 2026, and is aimed at identifying potential vendors capable of delivering secure, compact encryption solutions tailored for tactical environments. The effort is centered at the agency’s office in San Antonio, Texas, with performance expected to occur in the same location, and technical inquiries should be directed to Zachary Bassett as the primary point of contact, with Aaron Hoffman as the secondary contact. The RFI does not constitute a request for proposal or a commitment to award a contract; rather, it seeks market research to inform future acquisition strategies and operational requirements for encrypted communication systems that meet critical size, weight, and performance constraints. The agency is evaluating industry capabilities to determine technical feasibility, scalability, compatibility with existing platforms, and adherence to security standards for the CHVP Inline Encryptor in a small form factor. No set-aside provisions or NAICS codes are specified at this stage, and responses should focus on technical capabilities, past performance, and availability of the proposed solution, with all submissions directed through the official SAM.gov portal link provided.