AVIAN RADAR EXTENDED WARRANTY, SERVICE, & MAINTENANCE PLAN (MERLIN)
Overview
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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 U.S. Air Force has issued a Special Notice indicating an Intent to Sole Source for the Avian Radar Extended Warranty, Service, & Maintenance Plan (MERLIN) at RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom. The government intends to award a Firm Fixed Price contract to DeTect Inc. for these services. Responses from interested parties are due March 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide non-personal services, including all personnel, equipment, tools, and supervision, necessary for Avian Radar Maintenance at RAF Lakenheath. The primary goal is to decrease wildlife strikes. Services must adhere to the Performance Work Statement (PWS) requirements. Contractor performance will be evaluated based on the results outlined in the Services Summary, allowing the contractor discretion in determining appropriate frequencies to achieve the required service level, unless otherwise specified in the PWS. Compliance with applicable federal, regional, local laws, and commercial standards is mandatory.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice / Intent to Sole Source (Firm Fixed Price contract intended)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product Service Code: R499 (Other Professional Services)
- Place of Performance: Lakenheath, United Kingdom
- Response Due: March 18, 2026, 2:00 PM Z
- Published: March 3, 2026, 7:48 AM Z
Evaluation & Intent
This notice is a Request for Information (RFI) for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The Government intends to procure these services from DeTect Inc. on a sole source basis. The rationale is that the MERLIN Aircraft Birdstrike Avoidance Radar system is proprietary to DeTect Inc., and they are the sole provider of all system service, support, and upgrades. Market research indicated no other vendors are qualified. Companies willing and able to provide these services should indicate their capability.
Contact Information
- Primary: MARVIN L. CORDOVA (marvin.cordova.2@us.af.mil)
- Secondary: Alyanna Parsons (alyanna.parsons@us.af.mil)