Sources Sought for New 5-Year Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) to support ALE-70, ALE-55/EFC/DBD, and ALE-47 systems
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 Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified businesses for a new 5-Year Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA). This BOA will provide comprehensive support for ALE-70, ALE-55/EFC/DBD, and AN/ALE-47 countermeasures systems. The anticipated contract type is Firm Fixed Price (FFP), with an expected award in March 2027. Responses are due by July 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This BOA will cover support for critical aircraft self-protection systems:
- AN/ALE-70: Radio Frequency (RF) countermeasure for the F-35 Lightning II.
- AN/ALE-55/EFC/DBD: Fiber Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD) rounds, Electronic Frequency Converters (EFC), and Dual-Band Decoy (DBD) for RF self-protection, primarily for F/A-18E/F Super Hornets.
- AN/ALE-47: Countermeasures Dispensing System (CMDS) Weapon Replaceable Assemblies (WRAs) including Sequencers, Dispenser Assemblies, and Digital Cockpit Display Units, plus associated support equipment, spares, repairs, and engineering services.
Support includes production, delivery of hardware and support equipment, engineering and technical assistance, and financial data reporting.
Required Capabilities
Respondents must demonstrate:
- Familiarity with ALE-70, ALE-55/EFC/DBD, and ALE-47 systems.
- Manufacturing and repair knowledge, technology, infrastructure, and capacity.
- Access to necessary technical data or a viable plan to obtain it.
- Capability to meet government timelines.
- Ability to handle classified information, requiring a "Top Secret" Facility Clearance for the prime contractor.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought for a 5-Year Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: FY27 through FY31
- Anticipated Award Date: March 2027
- Set-Aside: None specified (open to all interested businesses)
- Response Due: July 2, 2026, 3:30 p.m. EDT
- Published: June 17, 2026
Submission Details
Interested businesses should submit a capabilities statement, no more than ten (10) 8.5 x 11-inch pages, 12-point font, 1.5 line spaced, in bullet point format. Submissions must be emailed to yanfang.zhang.civ@us.navy.mil and jessica.l.guy-dietrich.civ@us.navy.mil. Include company name, address, business size, and Points-of-Contact.
Additional Notes
This is a market research tool, not a Request for Proposal, and does not guarantee a future solicitation or contract award. The incumbent contractor is BAE Systems Information and Electronics.