Justification & Approval No: 24-0020
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 Missile Defense Agency (MDA) has issued a Justification & Approval (J&A) No: 24-0020 for Other Than Full and Open Competition to extend and modify an existing contract for the AN/TPY-2 Radar System. This action, related to the Radar Development Contract (RDC) (HQ014718D0002), was originally awarded sole-source to Raytheon. The J&A extends the contract's ordering and delivery period by three years, through October 31, 2030, bringing the cumulative value to approximately $1.472 billion.
Purpose & Scope
This J&A justifies the continued sole-source procurement from Raytheon for critical AN/TPY-2 radar system development and sustainment. Key requirements include:
- Test Antenna Equipment Unit (AEU) with Spares Replenishment: A dedicated, non-tactical AEU for domestic and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) element-level testing, enabling hardware/software upgrades without impacting warfighter missions.
- Continuation of AN/TPY-2 Development: Ongoing activities to maintain and enhance radar capabilities, including obsolescence mitigation and technology insertion through AEU refurbishment.
- Float AEU: An operational AEU spare to minimize downtime during refurbishment.
Contract Details
- Type: Justification & Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition (FAR 6.302-1)
- Existing Contract: IDIQ HQ014718D0002, awarded to Raytheon on November 1, 2017.
- Extension: Ordering and delivery period extended by three years, through October 31, 2030.
- Total Ordering Period: November 2017 to October 2030 (13 years).
- Cumulative Value: Approximately $1.472 billion.
- Product Service Code: 5840 (Radar Equipment, Except Airborne)
- Place of Performance: Huntsville, AL, United States
Market Research & Justification
Market research, including an RFI on SAM.gov, concluded that Raytheon is the only responsible source capable of meeting the agency's requirements. This is due to their specialized expertise, existing infrastructure, and the significant risks (delays, cost overruns, degradation of operational effectiveness) associated with awarding to another source. Adequate price competition is not anticipated.
Future Competition Efforts
The MDA is actively working to promote competition in future AN/TPY-2 procurements by encouraging strategic teaming and subcontracting with small businesses, establishing mandatory subcontracting goals, and advocating for Modular Open Systems Architecture (MOSA).
Contact Information
Primary Contact: Erica Barbee (erica.m.barbee.civ@mail.mil)