APX-119 Digital Control Panel (DCP) FOR F-5 AIRCRAFT-Phase 2
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), under the Department of the Navy, has issued an informational notice regarding its intent to award a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) sole-source contract modification to Raytheon Technologies Corporation (RTX). This modification, Phase 2 of contract N00421-25-C-0053, is for APX-119 Digital Control Panel (DCP) software modifications for F-5 Adversary aircraft. Capability statements are due by June 22, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
This Phase 2 requirement will add the acquisition of four (4) software loader kits (Part Number E6715255-0505) and extend the period of performance of the existing contract to Fiscal Year (FY) 2027. The work involves software modifications to the Raytheon Digital Control Panel (DCP).
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Sole-Source Contract Modification
- Awardee: Raytheon Technologies Corporation (RTX)
- Existing Contract: N00421-25-C-0053
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- NAICS Code: 334511 (1,350 Employees)
- Product Service Code (PSC): 1680 (Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components)
Justification for Sole Source
RTX is identified as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), the sole designer, developer, and manufacturer with the requisite knowledge, technical capability, and technical data for the DCP software. RTX also holds the intellectual property rights. The government states that using any other source would result in substantial and unrecoverable duplication of cost for redevelopment, reverse engineering, and testing.
Response Information
This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for competitive proposals or quotes. However, interested parties may submit written capability statements to the Contract Specialist, Ms. Kristin Nelson (kristin.a.nelson13.civ@us.navy.mil), and the Contracting Officer, Ms. Catrina Farrell (catrina.m.farrell.civ@us.navy.mil).
Key Dates
- Published Date: May 26, 2026
- Capability Statements Due: June 22, 2026, 11:00 AM EST