Radar Warning Systems (RWR) Integration Program
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 Department of the Air Force is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis for the C-130 Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Radar Warning Systems (RWR) Integration Program. This is not a solicitation but aims to identify qualified contractors capable of integrating the AN/ALR-69 system onto two (2) Partner Nation C-130H aircraft. The information gathered will inform potential program costs, schedule, and an acquisition strategy. Responses are due by March 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
The program requires contractors to perform, provide, and/or support activities including design, integration, installation, ground testing, flight testing, certification, documentation, and delivery of two modified C-130H aircraft. Key requirements include:
- Completing engineering design for Kit A to interface with the C-130H.
- Providing Kit A, which, combined with the Partner Nation’s Kit B, enables AN/ALR-69 Operational Flight Program (OFP) installation.
- Performing Trial Kit Installation (TKI) to validate design, material content, system performance, and the Technical Data Package (TDP).
- Furnishing manpower, parts, materials, and test equipment for TKI.
- Packaging, storing, and shipping kits per MIL-STD-2073-1.
- Providing support equipment for all testing phases.
- Coordinating ground and flight testing support.
- Developing and acquiring all technical documentation for airworthiness certification.
- Applying and modifying TCTO: 1C-130-1479.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Purpose: Information and budget planning for a Partner Nation request.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: March 16, 2026, by 11:00 PM EST.
- Published: January 15, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Bydgoszcz, Poland (for the Partner Nation aircraft).
Response Requirements
Interested contractors must submit a letter of interest and responses via email to the listed Contracting POCs. The email subject line must be “C-130H FMS RWR Integration Program Sources Sought Synopsis”. Responses should conform to a three-part format:
- Part I: Contractor Questionnaire (searchable PDF): Business information (NAICS 336411), CAGE, POC, SAM status, ownership, anticipated teaming arrangements, general company capabilities, experience with military transport aircraft, and technical data generation.
- Part II: Technical Solution (searchable PDF, no cost data): Detailed approach to development, manufacturing, installation, logistics, assumptions, risks, data rights, obsolescence, AN/ALR-69 integration experience, Technical Order development, and impacts to C-130 systems.
- Part III: Financial Information: Demonstrate ability and experience with similar services by providing past contract details (number, agency, value, services) or an overall estimated price.
Important Notes
This is for market research only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment. Participation does not guarantee future contract awards, and the government will not reimburse for response expenses. Only non-classified information should be provided.