NAWCAD WOLF Radio Frequency (RF) Amplifiers
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, NAVAIR Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), has awarded an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract on a sole-source basis to AAR Supply Chain, Inc. for AR Modular RF Corp. brand name radio frequency (RF) amplifiers. These amplifiers are critical for upgrading communication systems used by NAWCAD WOLF Special Communications Mission Solutions (SCMS) Division, supporting secure and non-secure voice and data tactical circuits for combatant commanders and special operations. The award was published on May 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contract procures specific AR Modular brand name RF amplifiers essential for:
- Boosting transmitter antenna power and increasing communication reliability.
- Supporting both narrow-band and wide-band waveforms.
- Meeting precise form, fit, and function requirements, including higher operating temperature thresholds, a closed-lid design, and compact size, to ensure compatibility with existing equipment and systems.
- Seamless integration into existing transit case-based communication suites.
- Maintaining cybersecurity accreditation and Authority to Operate (ATO) for current systems, which are dependent on these specific amplifiers.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Awardee: AAR Supply Chain, Inc.
- Basis: Sole-Source (Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition)
- Period of Performance: One one-year ordering period
- Published Date: May 26, 2026
Evaluation
This was a sole-source award based on the authority of "only one responsible source" (10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1)). Extensive market research, including searches of GSA Advantage, DLA's PUB LOG FLIS, NAVAIR's OSBP website, and the Dynamic Small Business Search, confirmed that only AR Modular RF Corp. could meet the specific technical requirements. AAR Supply Chain, Inc. is the exclusive authorized distributor.
Additional Notes
Alternative amplifiers would necessitate significant redesign, re-engineering, qualification testing, and updates to manuals, leading to substantial schedule delays and potentially invalidating existing ATOs and operational testing. The Contracting Officer determined the anticipated cost to be fair and reasonable. The Government does not plan to compete future requirements at this time but will continue market research.