Intent to Sole Source- Tuck-19 (HAIPE) TAC Kits

The United States Air Force intends to sole-source the procurement of eight High Assurance Internet Protocol Encryptor (HAIPE) systems, specifically the TUCK-19 system, to establish a mobile Mission Planning Cell (MPC) capable of supporting expeditionary operations and Mission Generation Force Element (MGFE) deployments. The TUCK-19 system must provide both NIPRNet and SIPRNet connectivity, have a small-form-factor configuration, and be ruggedized to withstand environmental exposure. The system must also have internal battery power, integrated crypto sled, and multiple dirty-internet integration options. The Air Force requires this specific system because it is the only one that meets the full combination of operational, environmental, and integration requirements. • The TUCK-19 system must provide NIPRNet and SIPRNet connectivity. • The system must have a small-form-factor configuration. • The system must be ruggedized to withstand environmental exposure. • The system must have internal battery power and integrated crypto sled. • The system must have multiple dirty-internet integration options.