P-8A Poseidon ADIRU Updates
Overview
Buyer
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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), specifically the Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Aircraft Program Office (PMA-290), intends to award a sole-source contract to The Boeing Company for Air Data Inertial Reference Unit (ADIRU) updates for the P-8A Poseidon aircraft. This presolicitation is for informational purposes only, with interested parties able to submit capability statements by March 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
The anticipated contract will procure seventy-seven (77) ADIRU updates for the P-8A Poseidon's latest flight deck configuration. These updates are scheduled for delivery between FY26 and FY28.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole-Source Contract (Presolicitation)
- Basis: Other than full and open competition, pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1 ("Only One Responsible Source").
- Reason: Boeing is the sole designer, developer, and manufacturer of the P-8A aircraft, possessing the detailed knowledge required for timely and cost-effective updates.
- Response Due: March 18, 2026, 03:59 AM UTC
- Published: March 2, 2026, 12:07 PM UTC
- Place of Performance: Seattle, WA, United States
Additional Notes
This synopsis is for informational purposes only. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact Chanbo Plenkovich at chanbo.y.plenkovich@boeing.com. The primary point of contact for this notice is Brittney Davis (brittney.f.davis.civ@us.navy.mil).