Japan E-767 AWACS MIDS JTRS Upgrade Work Card Modification
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
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Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force has issued an Award Notice for an amendment to a sole-source contract (FA236325CB003) with The Boeing Company for the Japan E-767 AWACS MIDS JTRS Upgrade Work Card Modification. This modification expands the scope to include critical preparatory analytical services and the full engineering, modification, installation, and sustainment services for the Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) - Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS) installations. The total estimated contract value has increased to $20.443M.
Scope of Work
The amended contract incorporates a non-commercial, preparatory phase involving specialized analytical services for comprehensive pre-planning and the development of detailed aircraft modification work cards. These work cards are essential for the physical installation of the MJU modification. Additionally, the scope now includes comprehensive engineering, modification, installation, and sustainment services for the MIDS JTRS upgrade on the Japan E-767 AWACS fleet. This ensures the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) fleet maintains commonality and interoperability with the U.S. and meets future regulatory requirements, with the upgrade required to be operational by January 2025.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole-Source Award Notice (Amendment to FA236325CB003)
- Awardee: The Boeing Company
- Value: Increased to $20,443,000 (an increase of $5.35M)
- Period of Performance: Includes a basic 21-month period, a 12-month option for lab support, and three 10-month options for aircraft 2-4.
- Award Date: Amendment 1 approved 18 MAR 2026.
- Published: April 9, 2026
Justification
The sole-source award to The Boeing Company is justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(4) and FAR 6.302-4 due to their unique ownership of air vehicle design, intellectual property, program-specific "know how," and extensive experience with the Japan E-767 AWACS configuration, including complex software integration. Due diligence confirmed no other entity possesses the necessary certified experience or data rights for this critical upgrade.
Place of Performance
Oklahoma City, OK, United States