JPALS V2 Datalink
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 Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIRSYSCOM) intends to issue a sole-source, cost-plus-fixed-fee modification to an upcoming development contract (N00019-26-C-0133) for the Joint Precision Approach and Landing System (JPALS) V2 Datalink. This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for competitive proposals. The government intends to negotiate with RTX Corporation (Collins Aerospace).
Scope of Work
The contract modification requires the design, engineering, integration, and testing of a datalink interface. This includes lead system integrator efforts to accommodate a Government-furnished waveform. Additionally, the effort involves the procurement of four JPALS V2 Engineering Development Models (EDM) retrofit kits and their associated Technical Data Package. The period of performance for this effort is 48 months.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole-Source, Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee Modification
- Duration: 48 months
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: February 25, 2026
- Published: February 5, 2026
- NAICS: 334511 (Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing)
Justification
The government intends to award this contract to RTX Corporation (Collins Aerospace, Fullerton, CA) under the authority of FAR 6.302-1 (only one responsible source). RTX Corporation is identified as the sole designer, developer, manufacturer, and integrator of the JPALS V2, AN/USN-3(V)2. They possess the unique knowledge, expertise, facilities, and qualified personnel required to complete this ongoing effort within the necessary timeframe without significant duplication of costs.
Action for Interested Parties
Any interested party must demonstrate approved facilities, personnel expertise, and necessary clearances, or the ability to obtain them in time. Respondents are responsible for obtaining any required JPALS V2 data from RTX Corporation at no cost to the U.S. Navy. A Statement of Qualifications must be submitted to demonstrate the ability to perform to the Government's needs within the required response time.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a request for competitive proposals. The Government's decision not to compete this proposed contract is at its sole discretion. There are no commitments to issue solicitations, make awards, or reimburse any expenses incurred by interested parties. Information is subject to change. No telephone responses will be accepted. For subcontracting opportunities, RTX Corporation can be contacted at https://www.rtx.com/suppliers.