The FAA is conducting a market survey to explore future Controller to Pilot Data Link Communication (CPDLC) services to replace the current Data Communication Integrated Services (DCIS) contract, which expires on September 30, 2029. Services currently operate across all 20 Continental United States (CONUS) Centers and at 65 airports using the ERAM system and VDL-2 protocol. The FAA is considering one or multiple 10-year contracts and seeks industry input on acquisition design, technology transitions, and operational performance. Future activities include an Industry Day planned for late summer/early fall and a Screening Information Request (SIR) anticipated in the second quarter of FY2029. This market survey is not a solicitation but an opportunity for stakeholders to help shape the acquisition strategy.

The FAA is conducting a market survey to gather industry input on future Controller to Pilot Data Link Communication (CPDLC) services, which will replace the current Data Communication Integrated Services (DCIS) contract after it expires on September 30, 2029. The services support airports and en route airspace across the Continental United States (CONUS), and the FAA is considering one or multiple 10-year contracts. The agency seeks feedback on acquisition design, operations, technology, and transition strategies, and plans to hold an Industry Day in late summer or early fall, with a Screening Information Request anticipated in Q2 FY2029.