Reach Back Services to Support E-6B Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) Upgrade Effort
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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Quick Summary
The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) has issued a Cost Plus Fixed Fee Task Order under Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) N0001924G0004 to L3 Harris Technologies Integrated Systems for E-6B Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) Reach Back Services. This sole-source award, justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), covers support for the E-6B APU upgrade effort from Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 through 2027.
Scope of Work
L3 Harris Technologies will provide essential reach back support services for the E-6B Mercury APU upgrade. This includes:
- Engineering, logistical, and technical support for correcting deficiencies in APU kits.
- Updates to drawings and work orders.
- Implementation of supplier changes to the APU installation technical data package. These services are critical for emergent needs related to APU integration kit installation and sustainment.
Contract Details
- Awardee: L3 Harris Technologies Integrated Systems, Waco, TX
- Agency: Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Department of the Navy
- Contract Type: Cost Plus Fixed Fee Task Order under BOA N0001924G0004
- Period of Performance: FY 2025 through 2027
- Funding: Operation and Maintenance, Navy (O&MN) funds
- Product/Service Code: R425 (Engineering And Technical Services)
- Award Notice Date: January 6, 2026
Justification for Sole Source
This award was made on an Other Than Full and Open Competition basis, citing 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) - Only One Responsible Source. The justification states that L3 Harris is the sole designer, developer, and manufacturer of the APU integration kit for the E-6B aircraft. Procuring these specialized services from any other vendor would lead to unacceptable delays in the E-6B Block II upgrade schedule, significantly impacting aircraft availability and fleet readiness. A Sources Sought Notice posted on SAM.gov on June 22, 2023, received only one response, from L3 Harris. The anticipated cost has been determined fair and reasonable.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Jasmine McCree (jasmine.a.mccree.civ@us.navy.mil)
- Secondary Contact: Lisa Troccoli (lisa.j.troccoli.civ@us.navy.mil)