# Marine Corps asks manpack radio suppliers for data-rights terms The service wants commercial or non-developmental radios and asks for rough costs of source code and depot repair data. Responses are due Dec. 11. Published 2026-11-09 by TGOs. Canonical: https://tgos.io/news/2026/11/09/marine-corps-asks-manpack-radio-suppliers-for-data-rights/ The Marine Corps opened a request for information Nov. 9 on a multi-channel manpack radio capability.[1] It seeks commercial or non-developmental items, with a primary interest in technologies at Technology Readiness Level 8 or higher to support rapid fielding.[1] The request asks about data rights and long-term support costs alongside the radio itself.[1] Vendors are asked about licensing and intellectual property restrictions on proprietary waveforms, including the feasibility of granting Government Purpose Rights.[1] The Marine Corps also wants rough cost estimates for source code and a technical data package sufficient for depot-level repair and maintenance.[1] The Marine Corps wants a radio that meets National Security Agency high-assurance communications security modernization requirements and has improved size, weight and power attributes.[1] Configurations would cover tracked and wheeled vehicles as well as dismounted use.[1] The technical requirements are in a restricted attachment.[1] The request asks for lifecycle cost estimates covering radios, kits, accessories, training, waveforms, software and communications security upgrades, and repairs.[1] Vendors are also asked to price three-year and five-year extended warranties and provide current certifications alongside a roadmap for future certifications.[1] Responses are due Dec. 11, 2026.[1] The deadline is 4 p.m. Eastern.[1] The government may follow up with meetings and demonstrations.[1] ## Why it matters Suppliers have an opportunity to inform the requirements, including recommending capabilities that could be relaxed or deferred to accelerate fielding.[1] The request is for planning and information, not a solicitation or government commitment.[1] ## Sources 1. SAM.gov record (API)