ALR-67(V)3 Multi-Channel Analog-to-Digital (MCAD) Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), PMA-265 EW Division is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential sources capable of upgrading the ALR-67(V)3 Multi-Channel Analog-to-Digital (MCAD) Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). This effort addresses a critical Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) issue due to the obsolescence of the original component. Responses are due by July 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the design, fabrication, testing, and delivery of a Form, Fit, Function, and Interface (F3I) replacement for the original MCAD ASIC. This necessitates a full redesign as original documentation is unavailable. The upgraded ASIC must be equivalent to the existing Digital Countermeasures Encoder (DCE) configuration and maintain full compatibility with the current system. Key technical characteristics include:
- Custom 352-pin Ball Grid Array (BGA)
- 80-MHz, 22-channel, 7-bit Analog/Digital Converter with on-chip Digital-Analog Converter (DAC)
- 2:1 switch per channel, 7-bit Successive Approximation Register (SAR) ADC per switch, calibration DACs, 10-bit DAC, clock distribution, calibration interface, and references.
- Capable of taking 22-channel analog video inputs and outputting 22-channels of digital video at 80-MHz.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (for informational purposes only, not an RFP)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Cost-Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF)
- Period of Performance: 24 months
- Place of Performance: Raytheon in Goleta, CA
- Product Service Code (PSC): 5841 (RADAR EQUIPMENT, AIRBORNE)
- NAICS Code: 334511 (Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing)
- Response Due: July 3, 2026, by 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
- Published Date: June 18, 2026
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This market research will determine if Small Business Set-Aside opportunities exist, and all Small Business Set-Aside categories will be considered. A site visit is required to determine a suitable source.
Submission Requirements
Interested businesses must submit a brief capabilities statement package (max 10 pages, 12-point font, 1.5 spaced) demonstrating their ability to meet the requirements. Submissions must include:
- Company Name, Address, Business Size, POC (name, phone, email)
- Past 3 years' relevant work (contract number, organization, prime/sub, value, Gov POC, description)
- CAGE Code and UEI number
- Specific technical capabilities and experience for the outlined requirements. Submissions should be in bullet format and emailed to Laurelle Brown-Hill (Laurelle.r.brown-hill.civ@us.navy.mil).