Sonobuoy Lot Acceptance Testing (SLAT)

SOL #: N0042126R1007Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Dept Of Defense

Dept Of The Navy

NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIV

PATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-1545, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation (481219)

PSC

Air Charter For Things (V121)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a6f788d9a8444318844f66db497f0cfb/view

Timeline

Posted

May 5, 2026

Last Updated

Jun 10, 2026

Submission Deadline

Jun 22, 2026, 4:00 PM

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), through Program Manager Adversary and Specialized Aircraft (PMA-226), is soliciting proposals for Sonobuoy Lot Acceptance Testing (SLAT) services. This acquisition requires Contractor-Owned, Contractor-Operated (COCO) aviation services to fulfill an enduring operational requirement for PMA-264, ensuring the operational effectiveness of sonobuoy systems. The effort includes capability stand-up, flight services, and technical data delivery. Proposals are due June 22, 2026.

Scope of Work

This solicitation seeks services for Sonobuoy Lot Acceptance Testing (SLAT), which involves:

Procurement of a sonobuoy launch system.
Aircraft modifications.
Personnel training.
Execution of flight operations to support testing.
Delivery of technical and administrative data for program management and oversight. The requirement validates sonobuoy system performance and reliability in operational environments. Offerors must demonstrate how their proposed solution meets all solicitation requirements, including the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and operational/safety requirements.

Contract & Timeline

Opportunity Type: Solicitation (N0042126R1007)
Contract Type: 4-year, 365-day Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.
Period of Performance: Includes a capability stand-up period of up to 12 months, with flight performance commencing thereafter.
Set-Aside/Participation: This opportunity includes a 15% Small Business Participation Commitment (updated via Amendment 0001).
Product Service Code: V121 (Air Charter For Things)
Response Due: June 22, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
Published: June 3, 2026

Key Clarifications & Amendments

Amendment 0002 (June 3, 2026): Updated Attachment Section_L4_Vol_3_PP1 to Rev_1.
Amendment 0001: Updated Section L, Volume 5.1, to reflect a 15% minimum small business participation commitment.
RFI Responses (June 3, 2026):
- Confirmed the 15% small business participation.
- Emphasized offeror responsibility for demonstrating compliance with PWS and operational/safety requirements for aircraft and safety equipment.
- Stated the basing distance requirement will not be broadened.
- Clarified the airspeed envelope in PWS Section 3.1.d is a range.