Tactical Communication Systems - Procurement, Services & Sustainment (TCS-PSS) Call for Solutions
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-CTRS.ACC-APG.W6QK ACC-APG · Response deadline: Thu, 19 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Army is soliciting solutions for the Tactical Communication Systems - Procurement, Services & Sustainment (TCS-PSS) program through the Aberdeen Proving Ground contracting office. This is a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) style call for solutions seeking innovative approaches rather than a traditional firm requirements contract.
Tactical communication systems under NAICS 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing) typically encompass hardware and services related to military radios, waveforms, network management tools, and associated sustainment support. The Army's Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications-Tactical (PEO C3T) often manages such efforts. Work at Aberdeen Proving Ground frequently involves research, development, testing, and lifecycle support of C4ISR systems.
However, the specific scope of supply or services, quantities, performance periods, and any incumbent contractor information are not provided in the available metadata. see the solicitation.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Army; Army Contracting Command-Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | CSO-ARMY-TCS-PSS-2027 |
| NAICS | 334220 — Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | No Set aside used |
| Response deadline | November 19, 2026, 5:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland |
Who can bid
This solicitation carries no set-aside, meaning all businesses—large and small—may compete. There is no preference for small business, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or WOSB concerns. Companies classified under NAICS 334220 with demonstrated capability in communications equipment manufacturing, systems integration, or defense sustainment should evaluate whether their technical solutions align with the Army's stated needs.
Given the "Call for Solutions" format, the Army likely seeks participation from traditional defense contractors, technology innovators, and potentially nontraditional suppliers with commercially derived capabilities. Firms without prior Army contracts should assess whether they can meet security clearance requirements, ITAR compliance, and any MIL-STD specifications the solicitation may impose. see the solicitation for eligibility specifics.
How to put together a competitive bid
For a non-set-aside call for solutions in tactical communications, bidders should emphasize:
Technical innovation and proven performance. The Army typically prioritizes technical merit, past performance, and maturity of proposed solutions in non-traditional acquisitions. Include test data, operational demonstrations, and relevant program references.
Lifecycle approach. TCS-PSS explicitly includes procurement, services, and sustainment. Proposals addressing total ownership cost—fielding support, training, spares provisioning, and depot-level maintenance—will likely score higher than point-solution offers.
Integration with existing architectures. Proposed systems should articulate compatibility with current Army networks (such as WIN-T, MANET waveforms, or future C3T modernization efforts). Identify interfaces, standards compliance, and any required gateway or bridging solutions.
Security and supply chain. Address cybersecurity through NIST SP 800-171 or CMMC requirements if specified, and provide supply chain transparency for microelectronics and critical components.
Cost realism. With no set-aside restricting competition, expect robust price competition from established defense primes. Build cost narratives around should-cost analysis and competitive market research.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number CSO-ARMY-TCS-PSS-2027. Carefully review the specific instructions for white paper or proposal submission, evaluation factors, and any required teaming arrangements. Note that responses are due November 19, 2026, by 5:00 PM Eastern Time—allow adequate lead time for internal reviews, potential subcontractor agreements, and SAM.gov system processing.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →