41 RQS Radios FA483025Q0086
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AI-generated · Aug 27, 2025Provide one AN/PRC-163 manpack tactical radio with NINESuite Bencryption for secure inter-operation with the U.S., NATO, and regional partners. It must secure voice and data up to Top Secret through the Sierra II encryption module (supporting JTRS, COMSEC, and TRANSEC) and carry NSA Type-1 certification for transmitting Top Secret information. The system should be AES-256 capable at Type-1 levels, 30% smaller and 35% lighter than current fielded units, and include an embedded SAASM GPS receiver. It must extend beyond-line-of-sight communications via SATCOM with simultaneous voice and data, operate from 30 MHz to 2.6 GHz (including INE, communications relay, UAV controller, and GPS), and support high-assurance networking with seamless multi-channel capability and MANET options (TSM-X, ANW2, Wraith).
Context and purpose: the radio is intended to enable the Advanced Battle Management System communications network and secure interoperability with U.S., NATO, and regional partners. This is a sources-sought for a single unit, seeking capable vendors who can meet the stringent encryption, certification, and interoperability requirements described.
23d CONS are seeking sources for these products: AN/PRC-163 Qty: 1 Please see below requirements: -Industries first and only tactical radio with NINESuite Bencryption, allowing sovereign nations to securely inter-operate with the U.S., NATO and regional tactical partners -Voice and data are secure up to TOP SECRET through the Sierra II encryption module, which supports JTRS, COMSEC, & TRANSEC requirements -Manpack is 30% smaller & 35% lighter than any other currently in field -Situational awareness is enhanced by an embedded SAASM GPS receiver -Extends communication beyond line of sight (BLOS) with abilities for simultaneous SATCOM voice & data transmission - National Security Agency Type-1 certification for transmitting top secret classified information - Secure from AES-256 through NSA Type 1 encryption to include Secret/Top Secret capabilities - Enable the future of the Advanced Battle Management System s communications network. - Simultaneous multi-channel communications - 30MHz 2.6GHz, INE, communications relay, satellite communications, UAV controller and GPS for high-assurance communications - Seamless networking and multiple MANET options including TSM-X, ANW2, Wraith.
From Sources Sought posted on Aug 18, 2025Notice history
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