Notice of Intent – TMPC Core Subsystems - Tapestry
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 (NAVAIR) intends to negotiate and award a sole source Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to Tapestry Solutions, Inc. for the continued development, delivery, and sustainment of Theater Mission Planning Center (TMPC) subsystems. This is a Notice of Intent, not a request for competitive proposals. Responses from interested parties are due April 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This effort focuses on the continued development, delivery, and sustainment of TMPC subsystems. Tapestry Solutions, Inc. is identified as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the Tomahawk Planning System (TPS) and embedded TPS (eTPS), which are core components of the TMPC.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Duration: Base year + four (4) option years, with an estimated start in Quarter 1 of Fiscal Year (FY) 27.
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Justification: 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) - Only one responsible source)
- Response Due: April 9, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: March 19, 2026
Justification & Response
The proposed contract is pursued on a sole source basis under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), citing Tapestry as the only responsible source due to their OEM status, in-depth knowledge, and access to proprietary technical data, software source code, and specialized expertise. Award to any other source would result in unacceptable delays.
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, interested parties may identify their interest and capability. Information received will be considered solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible.
Additional Notes
The Government's decision not to compete is at its discretion. There is no commitment to issue a solicitation or make an award based on responses to this notice. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact Tapestry Solutions directly. All responses must be in writing via email to Austin Gunther.