Assault APR-39/FRP4 Production Base Contract (lots 10-14)
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) is conducting a Sources Sought for Radar Warning Receiver (RWR) production and associated logistics and engineering support for Fiscal Years 2027-2029. This effort is for hardware production of the AN/APR-39D(V)2 system. Responses are due March 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks businesses capable of providing RWR solutions that meet form/fit/function requirements of the incumbent system, ensuring exportability and sustainability without impacting immediate operational needs. The solution must interface with and act as a suite bus controller for the full Assault Survivability Equipment (ASE) suite and mission computer on various airborne platforms, including AH-1Z, MH-60S, AH-64, UH-1Y, MV-22B, CH-53K, and CMV-22. It must also provide incumbent system functionality to ASE components like ALE-47, AAR-47, AAQ-24, and/or AAQ-45, and be backwards compatible with existing receivers, antennas, and aircraft A-kits.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Mix of Fixed Price and Cost Reimbursable
- Anticipated Duration: FY27-29, with one option year
- Product/Service Code (PSC): 5841 (Radar Equipment, Airborne)
- Set-Aside: None specified (open to all interested businesses)
- Response Due: March 6, 2026, by 3:00 p.m. EST
- Published: February 19, 2026
- Incumbent: Northrop Grumman Corporation
Evaluation
This is a market research tool to identify potential and eligible businesses. Interested parties must demonstrate current possession or authorized access to necessary technical data, or a viable plan to obtain it, and the capability to meet the government's required production timeline. Submissions will inform the method of acquisition and future Request for Proposal (RFP) issuance.
Additional Notes
This is not a Request for Proposal and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the government. No funds are available for response preparation. All information submitted is strictly voluntary.
Submission Details
Submit a brief capabilities statement (max 10 pages, 12-point font, 1.5 line spacing, bullet point format) via email to kathleen.m.erickson13.civ@us.navy.mil and jessica.l.guy-dietrich.civ@us.navy.mil. Include company name, address, business size, and points-of-contact.