E-3 Dragon
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 Department of the Air Force, specifically FA8539 AFSC PZABA, has issued a Presolicitation for the E-3 Dragon program. This requirement is for a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), Requirements Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) to provide repair services for the E-3 AWACS. While the government identifies E-3 Dragon Navigation Control as the only approved repair source, all responsible Small Business sources are invited to submit proposals for consideration. The place of performance is Warner Robins, GA. Responses are due by May 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract covers the repair of NSN: 5826-01-717-5972 (PN: 69-37369-305), which is the E-3 Dragon Navigation Control unit. The DRAGON program upgraded the E-3 AWACS by replacing the navigator with a modern Flight Management System (FMSS), integrating automated flight computers and digital displays. The anticipated requirement is for a total of 35 repairs over a five-year period, broken down annually as follows:
- FY26: 5 Repairs
- FY27: 6 Repairs
- FY28: 7 Repairs
- FY29: 8 Repairs
- FY30: 9 Repairs
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), Requirements Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC)
- Duration: 5 years (a basic year plus four one-year Ordering Periods)
- Set-Aside: Not formally designated, but all responsible Small Business sources may submit a proposal.
- Product Service Code: 5826 (Radio Navigation Equipment, Airborne)
- Response Due: May 17, 2026, 9:00 PM EDT
- Published Date: May 6, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated based on criteria stated in the forthcoming Request for Quotation (RFQ). The government will utilize the Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS), Excluded Parties List System (EPLS), and other government databases to determine contractor status prior to proposal evaluation.
Additional Notes
This is a Presolicitation notice. The government has identified E-3 Dragon Navigation Control as the only approved and capable repair source for this acquisition, but is open to proposals from other small businesses.