PMA-263 Common Hardware and Sustainment
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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's Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), specifically the Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Robotic and Autonomous Systems (PAE RAS) Aircraft Program Management Office (AIR PMO) FMS IPT, announces its intent to extend an existing Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract (N0001922D0038) with Insitu, Inc. for an additional six months. This presolicitation is for the continued procurement of RQ-21A Blackjack and ScanEagle Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) hardware and services. This is an information-only notice and not a request for competitive proposals, as Insitu, Inc. is identified as the sole source.
Scope of Work
The IDIQ contract covers Firm Fixed Price (FFP) orders for a comprehensive range of UAS-related supplies and services, including:
- RQ-21A and ScanEagle air vehicles, payloads, turrets, spares, and support equipment.
- Training and Organizational Level (O-Level) maintenance.
- Field Service Representative (FSR) services.
- Travel, basic life support services, land and ship site surveys.
- Hardware site activation, hardware installs, and repairs.
- Program management.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation for a 6-month extension of an existing Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.
- Contractor: Insitu, Inc., 118 E Columbia River Way, Bingen, WA 98605.
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole Source under FAR 6.302-1).
- Information Due: June 12, 2026, 9:00 PM ET (for interested parties to provide capability statements, if applicable).
- Published: May 28, 2026.
Justification
Insitu, Inc. is identified as the sole designer, developer, and manufacturer of the RQ-21A and ScanEagle UAS. They are considered the only available source possessing the necessary technical data, unique logistics support experience, and sufficient knowledge of the design and specifications to perform the required technical efforts within the timeframe. This procurement is justified under FAR 6.302-1, "only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements."
Important Note
This synopsis is for information purposes only. The government has no commitment to issue any solicitations, make awards, or be responsible for any monies expended by interested parties. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals.