Digital Scene Matching Area Correlator (DSMAC) Illuminator Unit (DIU) Re-design

Quick Summary

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) intends to award a new task order to Raytheon for the re-design of the Digital Scene Matching Area Correlator (DSMAC) Illuminator Unit (DIU). This sole-source action addresses the obsolescence of the DIU, which is critical for the precision guidance of the Tomahawk Block V missile. Capability statements from responsible parties are due by February 19, 2026.

Opportunity Details

• Purpose: Re-design of the Digital Scene Matching Area Correlator (DSMAC) Illuminator Unit (DIU).
• Problem: The current DIU is discontinued with no suitable replacements, posing a risk to the continued availability of DSMAC for Tomahawk variants.
• Impact: Without a re-design, Raytheon cannot support Full Rate Production Lot 20 TACTOM Production, impacting the Tomahawk's precision terminal guidance.
• Requirement: The re-design must spectrally match the current illuminator and comply with Tomahawk Block V Performance Specification physical and functional requirements.

Contract & Justification

• Agency: Department of the Navy / NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND
• Intended Awardee: Raytheon, P.O. Box 11337, Tucson, AZ 85734-1337.
• Subcontracting POC: Patrick Marchant (patrick.j.marchant@rtx.com).
• Justification: Raytheon is identified as the sole source due to their exclusive role as developer, designer, and manufacturer of the TACTOM Missile since 1994. They solely possess the current configuration and manufacturing data, Level III technical data package (TDP), and manufacturing documentation for Tomahawk Block IV and Block V All-Up Round (AUR) missiles. This unique expertise is deemed essential for performing the required integration and testing within the necessary timeframe and without duplicating costs.
• Set-Aside: None specified.
• Product Service Code: 1410 - Guided Missiles.
• Place of Performance: Tucson, AZ.

Response & Timeline

• Nature of Opportunity: This is a notice of intent to award a sole-source contract, not a request for proposals.
• Capability Statement Due: February 19, 2026, 22:00 UTC.
• Published Date: February 4, 2026.
• Action: Responsible parties may submit capability statements for consideration.