Bid guide
How to bid on the Air Vehicle Computer (AVC) RFI from US Special Operations Command
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) is seeking information on companies that can supply an Air Vehicle Computer (AVC) for military rotary wing aircraft. This computer will act as a central processing unit for various flight functions, including general processing, graphics, video, and data distribution.
The agency is looking for commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) or modified COTS solutions. The AVC must be designed with a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) and be capable of hosting a specific Operational Flight Program (OFP) currently under development. This is an opportunity for vendors to inform USSOCOM's acquisition strategy for a potential future contract.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Information (RFI) was published on July 14, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is August 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. Late responses will not be accepted.
This is a market research effort, not a request for proposal. The information gathered will help USSOCOM plan future acquisitions. Submitting a response does not guarantee participation in any future RFP, and questions will not be entertained at this time.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with capabilities in manufacturing search, detection, navigation, guidance, aeronautical, and nautical systems and instruments, as indicated by the tentative NAICS Code 334511. The standard business size for this code is 1,350 employees.
USSOCOM is specifically interested in identifying potential vendors, including small businesses, that can provide commercial or modified commercial off-the-shelf Air Vehicle Computers. The product category is Miscellaneous aircraft accessories and components (PSC 1680). A CMMC Level 2 Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO) certification is required.
How to respond
To respond, you must submit a capabilities statement on company letterhead. This statement should be no longer than 10 pages and demonstrate your qualifications, capabilities, and experience in providing the required AVC.
Your submission must include a DLA Joint Certification Program (JCP) approved DD Form 2345, Military Critical Technical Data Agreement. The capabilities statement itself needs to detail your source profile, including company name, address, affiliate information, year established, number of employees, two points of contact, Unique Entity ID, CAGE Code, and business size and designation as registered in SAM. Responses must be emailed to Dr. Petrina Stack and Teresa McCall by the deadline.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Ensure your capabilities statement directly addresses the specific requirements outlined, such as the need for a centralized, safety-critical processing unit, MOSA design, and capability to host the OFP. Clearly articulate your experience with similar projects or technologies.
Pay close attention to the page limit and required content for your source profile. Double-check that your DD Form 2345 is current and approved. Since this is market research, a well-structured and concise response that highlights your firm's unique strengths can help USSOCOM understand your potential as a future vendor.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from US Special Operations Command (ussocom); the original posting controls.