APY-10 Radar Non-Recurring Engineering
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 Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), specifically PMA-290, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for APY-10 Radar Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) and related support services for Airborne Radar Equipment (PSC 5841). This RFI seeks to identify qualified sources capable of providing NRE, software retrofits, capability updates, and hardware procurement for Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS). Responses are due February 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes supplies and services for the APY-10 Airborne Radar System, encompassing:
- Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) and software retrofit installation of Technical Directives (TDs).
- Development of Capability Defect Packages (CDPs) and rework of post-software release capability updates.
- NRE and procurement of hardware to address Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS).
- Technical and Integrated Logistics Support, including engineering studies, technical investigations, field service representative (FSR) support, obsolescence identification, design/manufacture/assembly/installation/test of components/prototypes, flight test support, and modification/retrofit of configuration items/support equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Incumbent/Original Designer: Raytheon Company is the original designer, developer, and manufacturer of the P-8A Poseidon APY-10 Radar System.
- Anticipated Contract Vehicle: Delivery orders under Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) N00019-25-G-0009.
- Anticipated Award Dates: Government Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Q4 through 2031, with deliveries beginning FY27.
- Response Due: February 16, 2026, by 4:59 PM ET.
- Published: February 9, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should submit a Capability Statement (not exceeding 20 pages, 10pt Times New Roman, 1-inch margins) addressing:
- Company profile (small/large business status, DUNS, CAGE, etc.).
- Technical approach for meeting schedule and performance.
- Relevant experience (contracts within the last 3 years).
- Key personnel qualifications and experience.
- Availability and description of facilities and equipment.
- Facility and personnel security for classified information/hardware.
- A statement regarding industrial security clearance. Statements should be submitted electronically in Microsoft Word or PDF format, clearly marked "Controlled Unclassified Information, Releasable to Government Agencies for Evaluation Purposes Only." Classified material is prohibited.
Additional Notes
This is for informational purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal. The Government is under no obligation to award a contract or pay for information submitted. Responses will assist in market research to determine potential business sources. Foreign concerns or teams with foreign entities must adhere to International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR).