ADVANCED NOTICE OF ON-RAMP
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 Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR), under the Department of the Navy, has issued an Advanced Notice of On-Ramp to expand its existing Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for a tactical data link modernization program. This initiative aims to add more qualified suppliers for ongoing production, spares, and engineering services, fostering greater competition. This is a qualification process; all companies meeting the specified standards will be added to the vendor pool.
Scope of Work
The on-ramp seeks to qualify vendors capable of providing:
- Ongoing production of tactical data link components.
- Provision of spares.
- Engineering services related to tactical data link modernization.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (On-Ramp for existing BPA)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 27, 2026, 7:00 PM UTC
- Published: March 27, 2026, 4:10 PM UTC
Qualification Requirements
To obtain access to the full Advanced Notice, interested vendors must meet the following requirements:
- Possess a current and properly scoped DD 2345 on file with the Defense Logistics Information Services (DLIS). Information on obtaining a DD 2345 is available at
http://www.dlis.dla.mil/jcp/. - Provide a need-to-know certification, their facility clearance, and a mailing address to the designated Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
- Contact:
PMW-150-Contracts@us.navy.milfor COR details.
Additional Information
The primary point of contact for this notice is Ryan Conrad at ryan.s.conrad3.civ@us.navy.mil.