Secure Military Radio Supply (AN/PRC-163 Falcon IV Radios)

The contract entails the supply of eight L3Harris AN/PRC-163 Falcon IV multi-channel handheld radios equipped with full cryptographic capabilities, specifically intended for integration with the United States Air Force KC-46 tanker fleet and the AN/PYQ-10 SKL key loader system. These radios are designed to provide secure, interoperable communications across tactical and strategic environments, ensuring encrypted voice and data transmission critical to mission success. The radios must meet rigorous military standards for durability, spectrum agility, and cipher compatibility to operate seamlessly within existing USAF legacy and modernized communication architectures. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 334220, indicating it falls within the electronic computer manufacturing sector, and is managed by the Department of Defense through the agency FA4427 60 Cons Lgc. The place of performance is designated with a zip code of 94535, suggesting delivery or integration activities will occur at a specific U.S. military support location. The response deadline is set for August 14, 2026, with the posting date listed as July 31, 2026, indicating a narrow, three-week window for qualified vendors to submit proposals. The inclusion of cryptographic systems underscores the sensitivity of the data transmitted, requiring strict compliance with DoD cybersecurity and information assurance protocols.