FMS Country Initial Studies Case
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 has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source to Lockheed Martin Corporation Lockheed Martin Aeronautics for F-35 Lightning II support. This action is for non-recurring engineering and technical services related to redesigning F-35 structures and systems. While intended for Lockheed Martin, other responsible sources may submit capability statements by April 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers non-recurring support for the F-35 Lightning II program, specifically for:
- Redesign of structure and systems to address production and fleet deficiencies.
- Addressing emergent fleet issues.
- Conducting feasibility studies.
- Implementing improvements for reliability, maintainability, or producibility. This includes necessary investigation, analysis, testing, and qualification activities.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Contract action with Lockheed Martin)
- Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), FAR 6.302-1 ("Only one responsible source")
- Intended Awardee: Lockheed Martin Corporation Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, Fort Worth, TX
- Anticipated Award: 2nd Quarter of Calendar Year 2026
- Capability Statement Due: April 18, 2026
- Published: March 19, 2026
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Product/Service Code: AC15 - National Defense R&D Svcs; Department Of Defense Military; R&D Facilities & Maj Equip
Action for Industry
The Government considers Lockheed Martin Aeronautics the only known qualified and responsible source. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement demonstrating their ability to provide the requested services. Responses received by April 18, 2026, will be considered. Interested sources are responsible for marking proprietary information. The Government will not reimburse for information provided, and no requests for capability briefings will be honored. A determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
The data associated with the F-35 JPO is export controlled and not available to foreign sources or representatives. Questions regarding this notice should be addressed to Ella Smith at Ella.Smith@jsf.mil. The primary contact is Raven C. Manigault at raven.manigault@jsf.mil.