# Next-Generation HUB Node Technology Engagement Canonical: https://abierto.us/opportunities/panapg26p0000040158 - Solicitation number: PANAPG26P0000040158 - Notice type: Sources sought - Status: Closed. Deadline was April 3, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT - Department: Department of the Army - Agency: Department of the Army - Contracting office: W6QK ACC-APG (W15P7T) - NAICS: 334220 Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing - Product or service code: 7G22 Hardware and software for dedicated satellite and RF (microwave) communications equipment carrying data network circuits, and associated access facilities. Radio and TV signal generation, broadcast, and distribution components, handheld 2-way radio, and other RF communications systems. - Place of performance: Atlanta, Georgia - City: Atlanta. https://abierto.us/cities/atlanta-ga-1304000 - First posted: March 11, 2026 - Last posted: March 30, 2026 - SAM.gov: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/6a839eb0dd444fc2ad90e62b75545563/view ## Description Introduction This announcement is for market research, information, information gathering and planning purposes only. This is NOT a solicitation or a Request for Proposal (RFP). Product Managers Mission Network and SATCOM are hosting a technology engagement with industry partners regarding innovative solutions for Contingency Hub Nodes including Satellite Antennas and Hub Technology. Purpose of the Event The primary purpose of this event is to conduct market research and foster a collaborative environment between the government and industry. We aim to: •Share our vision and objectives for the Contingency Hub Node (CHN). •Gather information on the current state of technology and industry capabilities. •Identify potential solutions and innovative approaches. •Understand industry best practices and challenges. •Encourage competition and new entrants into the Federal marketplace. **Baseline CHN Characteristics:** •2.2M Antenna •4-6 Hub Modems •15 minute setup •GEO: 20Mbps+ WGS, 40 Mbps Com. 500mS; **MEO:** 80+Mbps (up) 160+ Mbps (down). 125mS •Reprogrammable Spoke Modems •Hub Capable Modems •5-7 Transport Cases (no vehicle required) •1 Modem Case •1 Hub Case How to Participate: 1.Interested parties shall submit a Capability Statement to the Government no later than 1300 EST 03 April 2026 via e-mail to tiffany.l.conway2.civ@army.mil and jolene.m.sloley.civ@army.mil. ? 2.Capability Statement must include a maximum of five (5) pages/slides or less: •Company Name •CAGE Code and/or UEI •Full Name and Title of Attendee(s) •Email Address and Phone Number for each attendee •A statement confirming whether your company is a small or large business under NAICS Code 334220. •A summary of the capability that will be demonstrated: •Discuss the capability of the static display. •Antenna Solution (size between 2-3m parabola), RF Quality Specifications (Linear EIRP, G/T, Antenna Size and Transmit and Receive Gain, Receive System Noise Temperature, GEO/MEO/LEO/HEO Constellation Certification), transit cases configuration and size. •Spoke Modem Solutions (qty 4-6); Transit case(s) configuration, size and weight, Waveforms supported for interoperability with Commercial and Government Gateway, reprogram ability. •Hub Modem Solutions (qty 4-6); Transit case(s) configuration and size, Hub Waveforms supported to enable Gateway operations. •Graphical User Interface; Intuitive to assist network access, operations, troubleshooting and maintenance. •Modular Open Standard Architecture - Non-proprietary. Demonstrates integration across antenna, terminal and modem solutions, open application interfaces, Enterprise Management and Control (EMC) and Unified Network Operations The Government will review all Capability Statements received timely and select a limited number of respondents to participate in the Next Generation Hub Node Engagement from 28 – 29 April 2026. Important Disclaimers •Attendance is at no cost to the Government and restricted to U.S. citizens. •All information presented is for market research purposes and does not constitute a commitment from the U.S. Government. •This announcement is not a contract, request for proposal, promise to contract, or a commitment of any kind. The Government will not be liable for any costs incurred by attendees. •This is NOT a bidder's conference. •Information shared during the Industry Day is pre-decisional and subject to change. •All information submitted in response to this announcement is voluntary. ## Publications - March 11, 2026: Sources sought, due April 3, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT. Notice d305477c1a104af8b9d06cf97ce57497. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/d305477c1a104af8b9d06cf97ce57497/view - March 16, 2026: Sources sought, due April 3, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT. Notice be4c4355341d4e1d85c1602e6ce10276. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/be4c4355341d4e1d85c1602e6ce10276/view - March 16, 2026: Sources sought, due April 3, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT. Notice cf6dc701624b409c8647c2f377ff684d. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/cf6dc701624b409c8647c2f377ff684d/view - March 17, 2026: Sources sought, due April 3, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT. Notice 49d0d23839b7470095c20736e35da373. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/49d0d23839b7470095c20736e35da373/view - March 30, 2026: Sources sought, due April 3, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT. Notice 6a839eb0dd444fc2ad90e62b75545563. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/6a839eb0dd444fc2ad90e62b75545563/view ## Points of contact - Tiffany Conway, tiffany.l.conway2.civ@army.mil - Jolene M. Sloley, Jolene.M.Sloley.civ@army.mil --- Source: SAM.gov Contract Opportunities bulk extract. Confirm deadlines on SAM.gov before responding. Cite https://abierto.us/opportunities/panapg26p0000040158.