Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) and Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG) Joint Depot Standup
Overview
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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 to identify eligible firms capable of providing depot repair and overhaul capabilities for the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) and Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG) on Ford Class aircraft carriers. This effort supports Ford Class operational capability. Responses are due May 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes depot-level logistics support, products, and test benches, encompassing all necessary test fixtures, test stands, Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE), Common Support Equipment (CSE), software, and tools. Key tasks involve:
- Developing new and updating existing Depot-related technical data.
- Identifying and documenting diagnostic capabilities, Built-in Test Equipment (BITE) requirements for fault detection and isolation.
- Documenting PSE and Automated Test Equipment (ATE) requirements.
- Developing Support Equipment Recommendation Data (SERD) and Detailed Functional Description Documentation Packages (DFDDPs) for EMALS and AAG Depot-level equipment.
- Developing Depot-level off-equipment Fault Isolation (FI) and repair procedures, and PSE documentation.
- Producing updated Depot logistics products.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 336413 (Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), Size Standard: 1,250 employees.
- PSC: 1710 (Aircraft Landing Equipment), 1720 (Aircraft Launching Equipment).
- Set-Aside: None specified; market research will determine potential small business set-aside opportunities. Businesses of all sizes are encouraged to respond.
- Planned Award: April 2027
- Performance: Through June 2030 (inclusive of options)
- Response Due: May 1, 2026, by 4:00 PM EST
- Published: April 17, 2026
- Place of Performance: San Diego, CA
Evaluation
This is a Sources Sought notice for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses will be used for market research to identify potential and eligible firms of all sizes and to determine the method of acquisition and any applicable small business set-aside. Respondents must clearly identify their business size and demonstrate capability, including access to necessary technical data.
Additional Notes
Interested parties should submit a capability statement (max 10 pages) via email to Stephen Peltzer (stephen.b.peltzer.civ@us.navy.mil) and Margo O’Rear (margo.b.orear.civ@us.navy.mil). Submissions must include the Sources Sought Notice Reference Number, company details (name, address, CAGE code, UEI), and point-of-contact information. Small businesses planning to utilize "similarly situated entities" must identify them in their response.