# Sources Sought - Tactical Smart Phone (Samsung S23 Tactical Equivalent)

Canonical: https://abierto.us/opportunities/fa480024qa032

- Solicitation number: FA4800-24-Q-A032
- Notice type: Sources sought
- Status: Closed. Deadline was June 5, 2024 at 4:30 PM EDT
- Department: Department of the Air Force
- Agency: Department of the Air Force
- Contracting office: FA4800 633 Cons PKP (FA4800)
- NAICS: 334210 Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing
- Product or service code: 7E21 Mobile devices such as tablets, smart phones (iOS, Android, Windows Mobile) and peripherals that support a mobile workforce accessing corporate resources.
- Set-aside: Total small business set-aside
- Place of performance: Hampton, Virginia
- County: City of Hampton (FIPS 51650). https://abierto.us/counties/city-of-hampton-va-51650
- City: Hampton. https://abierto.us/cities/hampton-va-5135000
- First posted: May 22, 2024
- Last posted: May 23, 2024
- SAM.gov: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/56680401a3fa435b84914a2288f2bac1/view

## Description

**Sources Sought Notice:**

**Tactical 2-Way Communication Device Synopsis:** This is a Sources Sought Notice. This is NOT a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. The purpose of this notice is to obtain information regarding the availability and capability of qualified sources to provide a tactical 2-way communication device meeting the following essential requirements. Interested parties should submit product data sheet for their proposed device(s). Currently we are utilizing the Samsung S23 Tactical Device to fulfil this requirement but are attempting to idenify alternate devices with the same capabilities.

**Essential Requirements List:**

1. Display/Body 6.1" display. Peak brightness of 1,750 nits for outdoor visibility. High-durability glass and aluminum frame. IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.

2. Performance High-performance mobile processor (64-bit Octa-core). Minimum 8GB RAM and 256GB internal storage. Android operating system.

3. Battery Minimum 3,900mAh battery capacity.

4. Camera High-resolution main camera (50MP or equivalent) with optical image stabilization. Capabilities for optical and digital zoom. 8K video recording and 4K@60fps on all lenses. High-resolution front camera with 4K video recording.

5. Security and Software Dual-layer security architecture for high-level data protection. Preloaded with mission-critical tactical applications (ATAK).

6. Connectivity Support for 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, and private network readiness. Multi-Ethernet connections and simultaneous Wi-Fi and Ethernet-tethered device connectivity. Flexible VPN configuration with dual VPN chaining. Certification for priority network access for emergency services. 5G band-locking mode for specific operational scenarios.

7. Interoperability Preconfigured support for tactical radio protocols. Capability to interface with third-party Software Defined Radios (SDR). Support for external GPS for accurate location data relay.

8. Additional Features Programmable side key for quick access to mission-critical apps. Remappable power key for custom app functions. Hardware-level device management features. Night vision mode for use with night-vision goggles. Stealth mode to disable all RF broadcasting.

9. Durability and Compliance Certification for environmental durability (temperature, dust, shock/vibration, low-pressure/high altitude). Compliance with stringent security standards and certifications (e.g., CSfC, CC, MDF, PP, DoD APL, STIG, FIPS 140-2).

10. Sensors Accelerometer for motion detection. Proximity sensor for haptic feedback. External light. Gyroscope for orientation.

**Submission Instructions:** Capability statements should be submitted electronically to leonardo.acevedo@us.af.mil by 5 June 2024. The subject line should read "Capability Statement for Tactical 2-Way Communication Device." Disclaimer: This Sources Sought Notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for bids or proposals. Responding to this notice does not guarantee participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The Government will not reimburse any costs incurred by interested parties in responding to this notice.

## Publications

- May 22, 2024: Sources sought, due June 5, 2024 at 4:30 PM EDT. Notice 317f74ab75324544af5b80e627c89e55. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/317f74ab75324544af5b80e627c89e55/view
- May 22, 2024: Sources sought, due June 5, 2024 at 4:30 PM EDT. Notice 3c123584c1bd49eb863a4499d90833f7. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/3c123584c1bd49eb863a4499d90833f7/view
- May 23, 2024: Sources sought, due June 5, 2024 at 4:30 PM EDT. Notice 56680401a3fa435b84914a2288f2bac1. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/56680401a3fa435b84914a2288f2bac1/view

## Points of contact

- SSgt Leonardo Acevedo, leonardo.acevedo@us.af.mil, 7572259876
- TSgt Austin Rodriguez, austin.rodriguez.4@us.af.mil, 7577647033

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