Navy F-5 / F-16 Helmet Mounted Integrated Targeting (HMIT) Equipment Repair
Overview
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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 (DEPT OF THE NAVY) has posted a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for Navy F-5 / F-16 Helmet Mounted Integrated Targeting (HMIT) Equipment Repair. This J&A supports the award of a sole-source, Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, N00421-26-D-0011, to Thales Defense & Security, INC (TDSI) for critical sustainment of the Scorpion™ HMIT system.
Scope of Work
The contract covers technical, repair, and training support for the Scorpion™ HMIT system, essential for F-5 and F-16 aircraft operations for the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps. Services include:
- Sustainment support for F-5 and F-16 HMIT systems.
- Repair and replacement services for up to twenty-five (25) F-5 HMITs and twenty (20) F-16 HMITs.
- Comprehensive testing and logistical support, including shipping.
- Delivery of technical and engineering support, and training services.
- Procurement of flight gear, spares, and necessary support equipment.
Justification for Sole Source
The sole-source award to TDSI is justified under FAR 6.302-1 due to the following:
- TDSI exclusively developed the Scorpion™ HMIT system.
- The Government does not possess the necessary data rights for competition.
- TDSI is the only source capable of providing OEM sustainment support, preventing substantial duplication of costs and unacceptable delays in warfighter readiness.
Contract Details
- Contract Number: N00421-26-D-0011
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Duration: Five-year ordering period
- Awardee: Thales Defense & Security, INC (TDSI)
- Place of Performance: Fallon, NV
- Product Service Code: J015 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Aircraft And Airframe Structural Components)
Efforts to Solicit Offers
A sources sought notice was posted on SAM.gov on December 5, 2024, which yielded only one response, from TDSI.
Additional Notes
The Contracting Officer has determined the anticipated cost to be fair and reasonable. While there are no current plans to compete future contracts for these specific services, NAWCAD will monitor for future competition feasibility. This announcement is not a contract, request for proposal, or a commitment of any kind.