Advanced Boresight Equipment (ABE) Model 310A in support of H1 Czech FMS Program
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, NAVAIR Warfare Center Aircraft Division, is issuing a Sources Sought notice for the sole source procurement of three (3) Advanced Boresight Equipment (ABE) Model 310A Measurement Systems. This acquisition supports the H-1 Czech and Nigeria Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs. The Government intends to award a Fixed Price contract to Textron Corporation Systems (CAGE: 97384), as they are identified as the sole developer, designer, and manufacturer of the ABE 310A, possessing the exclusive technical expertise and data.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for three (3) ABE 310A Measurement Systems (P/N 40262-44000-40, NSN 4920-01-540-4173). These systems are critical for the H-1 Czech and Nigeria FMS programs, falling under the product service code 4920 (Aircraft Maintenance And Repair Shop Specialized Equipment). The Government does not possess the technical data to obtain this item from an alternate source.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Sole Source Intent (Fixed Price contract anticipated)
- Anticipated Awardee: Textron Corporation Systems
- Set-Aside: None specified (sole source justification)
- Response Due: April 26, 2026, at 8:00 PM EST
- Published: April 21, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for competitive proposals. The Government will consider all information received prior to the closing date. A determination by the Government not to compete this procurement based on responses is solely at its discretion. The Government will not pay for any responses and makes no commitment to issue solicitations or awards. Interested parties should contact Tammy Fossa via email at tamara.d.fossa.civ@us.navy.mil for information; no telephone responses will be accepted.