Procurement of AN/APX-119 Transponder, P/N: 4079100-0541
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 Air Force (AFLCMC WLNKA) has issued a Presolicitation Notice (FA850426R0002) for the sole-source procurement of 217 AN/APX-119-0541 Transponders (NSN: 5841-01-693-3952 CX) for the C-130J Aircraft. This requirement is intended to be awarded non-competitively to Raytheon (CAGE: 06845) under the existing DLA (Raytheon) Umbrella Contract, SPRBLI-25-D-0006. The purpose of this notice is to establish a subsumable sole-source contract. Responses regarding the sole-source justification are due by February 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for 217 units of the AN/APX-119-0541 Transponder, P/N: 4079100-0541. These transponders are crucial for Mobility Air Force (MAF) C-130J aircraft (AFRC, ANG, USAF end users) to maintain Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) capabilities while selectively inhibiting position reporting systems like ADS-B Out and ATC Select (S).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Sole Source Intent)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (anticipated, based on Draft RFP)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Justification)
- Justification: FAR 6.302-1 & RFO 6.103-1, Only One Responsible Source.
- Intended Awardee: Raytheon (CAGE: 06845) via DLA Umbrella Contract SPRBLI-25-D-0006 (awarded 1 Aug 2025, $50B ceiling, 20-year duration).
- Response Date (for sole-source justification): February 28, 2026, 10:00 PM EST
- Published Date: February 13, 2026
- Place of Performance: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005, United States
- Delivery: Expected within 730 Calendar Days after contract award (per Draft RFP).
Evaluation
Market research indicates Raytheon is the sole approved source capable of providing the required transponders. All responsible sources may submit a quotation, bid, or proposal to challenge this sole-source determination, which will be considered by the agency.
Additional Notes
A Draft RFP (FA850426R0002.pdf) is attached, outlining requirements for "TRANSPONDERS, RADAR" (NSN: 5841-01-693-3952 CX). Key details from the draft include Quality Assurance requirements (ISO 9001-2015, AS9100, NATO AQAP 2070) and numerous FAR/DFARS clauses. The draft RFP states that offers are due by a date and time to be specified, indicating a future formal solicitation.
Primary Contact: Veronica Henderson (veronica.henderson.1@us.af.mil) Secondary Contact: Erica Carter (erica.carter.3@us.af.mil)