E-6B High Frequency (HF) Modernization
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 Navy, Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), through its Airborne Strategic Command, Control and Communications Program Office (PMA-271), intends to award a Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) sole source Delivery Order to Rockwell Collins, Inc. (Collins Aerospace). This action is for the E-6B High Frequency (HF) Modernization, specifically the integration of a Wideband High Frequency (WBHF) radio suite onto the E-6B aircraft. This is a Presolicitation / Notice of Intent to Sole Source, not a request for competitive proposals.
Scope of Work
The effort involves non-recurring engineering for the integration of the WBHF radio system. Key tasks include:
- Development of an integration technical data package (TDP).
- System Integration Lab (SIL) installation and testing for risk reduction.
- Validation and verification installations.
- Procurement of A-kits, B-kits, spares, and training. The work will primarily be performed in Richardson, TX.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) Delivery Order under existing BOA N0001924G0017.
- Intended Awardee: Rockwell Collins, Inc. dba Collins Aerospace Government Systems Division.
- Authority: Sole source justification under FAR 6.302-1, as Collins Aerospace is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and possesses unique knowledge, experience, and technical data required for this specific E-6B platform integration.
- Set-Aside: None (sole source).
- Published: April 28, 2026.
- Capability Statement Due: May 1, 2026.
Response & Subcontracting
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, the Government may consider capability statements from other interested sources. Such statements must be submitted in writing via email to David Guy (david.t.guy.civ@us.navy.mil) or Lisa Troccoli (lisa.j.troccoli.civ@us.navy.mil) by the due date. A determination not to compete this action remains at the Government's discretion.
Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should directly contact Collins Aerospace, Amber Hanlon, at amber.hanlon@collins.com.