Market Research for Support of the Low Probability of Intercept Altimeter (LPIA) System
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 WARFARE CENTER AIR DIV is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified sources capable of providing comprehensive support for the Low Probability of Intercept Altimeter (LPIA) System. This includes the RT-1805/APN-02, RT-1805/APN-04, RT-1805/APN-05 units and associated software. The Government anticipates a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) for this effort. Responses are due February 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Government seeks capabilities for:
- Engineering and Technical Support for the LPIA family of systems.
- Deficiency Correction for hardware and software.
- Test and Integration Support for LPIA systems on various platforms.
- Procurement of Spare/Repair Parts.
- Studies and Investigations, including obsolete component identification and validation of corrections.
- Re-design of Obsolete Components/Parts.
- Technical Documentation development, updates, and maintenance.
- Acquisition Logistics Support (ALS), including supportability analysis.
- Technical Data Updates.
- Software and Software Licenses management (updates, patches, licenses).
Required Capabilities
Interested parties should demonstrate experience in:
- Radar altimeters, particularly those with Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) characteristics.
- Managing obsolescence, including component redesign and re-qualification.
- Lifecycle logistics, engineering, and technical support for complex avionics systems.
- Robust supply chain management for authentic electronic components.
- Military aviation software, including development, testing, and licensing.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (anticipating a Basic Ordering Agreement - BOA)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: February 5, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
- Published: January 21, 2026
Submission Requirements
Submit a capabilities statement (max 10 pages) including:
- Company Information (Name, Address, UEI, CAGE Code, Point of Contact).
- Business Size/Status (NAICS 334511, socioeconomic status).
- Detailed description of ability to perform Scope of Work tasks.
- Summary of relevant past performance (contract numbers, customer POCs, description).
- Description of facilities, personnel, and quality assurance processes.
Additional Notes
This is for market research only and is not a solicitation. The Government will not reimburse for response costs. The incumbent contractor for LPIA is BAE Systems (Contract N00421-24-C-0052, end date May 2026).