Sources Sought for F/A-18 E/F ADVEW FTI Modification for Block III IncorporationSources Sought for F/A-18 E/F ADVEW FTI Modification for Block III Incorporation
Overview
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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 Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) is issuing a Sources Sought notice for a sole-source modification to an existing Delivery Order (DO) with The Boeing Company (TBC). This modification is for the F/A-18 E/F Advanced Electronic Warfare (ADVEW) FTI Modification for Block III Incorporation. The effort involves the final design of ADVEW A-Kits and integration support into production Block III F/A-18E/F aircraft. Responses are due by 5:00 p.m. EST on April 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
This modification will provide Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) Integration Design for Lot 26-42A Analysis/74R Drawings. The contractor will perform NRE to design or redesign aircraft components necessary for the integration of ADVEW on the Super Hornet SLM Block III and Block III Lite Aircraft Configurations. This includes developing an A-Kit design, an Interface Control Document, engineering documentation, and delta airworthiness certification requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (for informational purposes only)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF) modification to DO N0001925F0085 under BOA N00019-21-G-0006.
- Anticipated Period of Performance: 36 months.
- Set-Aside: None specified (sole source intent).
- Product Service Code (PSC): 1510 (Aircraft, Fixed Wing)
- NAICS Code: 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing)
- Response Due: April 3, 2026, 5:00 p.m. EST
- Published: March 20, 2026
- Place of Performance: Anticipated at TBC in Saint Louis, MO.
Eligibility & Required Capabilities
This effort requires direct knowledge of the design and configuration of the F/A-18E/F Aircraft. Firms must demonstrate the ability to complete A-Kit design for ADVEW integration into SLM Block III Aircraft (Lot 26-42), develop an Interface Control Document, and provide engineering documentation, including delta airworthiness certification requirements.
Submission Details
Interested businesses should submit a brief capabilities statement package (no more than ten 8.5x11 inch pages, 12-point font, 1.5 spaced) demonstrating their ability to provide the required services. Submissions must include company name, address, business size, POCs, Cage Code, UEI, DUNS number, and past performance (last 3 years) on similar requirements. Describe specific technical capabilities. Email submissions to Jennifer Moses at Jennifer.l.moses13.civ@us.navy.mil.
Additional Notes
This is for informational purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal. It does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government. Responses are not offers, and no contract will be awarded as a result of this announcement. No funds are available for response preparation.