PRESOLICITATION NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE: F-35 JPO IFED Modification
Subject: PRESOLICITATION NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE: F-35 JPO IFED ModificationSolicitation Number: N00019-26-RFPREQ-JSFCDS-0049Notice Type: PRESOLNAICS: 336411Notice Published: 07-09-26Response Due: 05-21-26Agency: Department of the NavyOffice: NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMANDContact: Jonathan Chen This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.Office Address: PATUXENT RIVER, MD 20670-5000Place of Performance: Fort Worth, TX Related Notices:
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The F-35 JPO has a requirement to modify the In-Line File Encryption Device (IFED) software to use government mandated Quantum Resistant algorithms which will facilitate the verification of all signed code inside of the IFED equipment. Contractors will be responsible for testing and integration of modified code. The vendor shall verify that the software update can be applied in the field without opening the enclosure. See attachment for further details.