Future X-Band Radar Development and LRIP
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 / NAVSEA HQ is soliciting proposals for the Future X-Band Radar (FXR) Development and Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP). This competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) covers Fiscal Years 2026 through 2033. Proposals are due by 1500 EST on February 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks to procure the development and initial production of the Future X-Band Radar (FXR) system. The effort spans from FY26 to FY33, indicating a long-term commitment to advancing radar technology, specifically in the X-Band frequency range, likely for defense applications.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (RFP N00024-26-R-5502)
- Duration: Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) to Fiscal Year 2033 (FY33)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Proposal Due: February 26, 2026, 1500 EST (extended by Amendment 0006)
- Published: January 30, 2026 (latest amendment date)
- Original Solicitation Issued: November 14, 2025
Accessing Solicitation Documents
The competitive RFP and its six amendments (0001-0006), along with Bidder's Questions/Government Responses (QA01-QA06), are not available on SAM.gov. Potential Offerors must contact the designated Points of Contact (POCs) to receive these documents. Alternatively, the RFP and Q&A are available on the UNCLASS FXR Bidder's Library via NSERC for companies with an approved UNCLASS Terms of Use Agreement (TOUA).
Key Deadlines (Past)
- Bidder's Library Access Request: The deadline to request access to the Bidder's Library was 1500 EST on January 16, 2026.
- Questions Submission: The deadline for submitting questions related to this solicitation was 1500 EST on January 16, 2026.
Points of Contact
- Jay Patel: jay.p.patel5.civ@us.navy.mil, 202-781-2070
- Alexander Gosnell: alexander.b.gosnell.civ@us.navy.mil, 202-781-2446