SSAT BQM-34S Additional Drawings to 2D/3D Contract Phase III
Overview
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PSC
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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), Aerial Targets Program Office (PMA-208) intends to modify an existing sole source, Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Delivery Order with Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation (NGSC) for Phase III of the BQM-34S Additional Drawings to 2D/3D Contract. This modification will procure continued efforts to produce a 3-dimensional (3D) model for the BQM-34S Subsonic Aerial Target system.
Scope of Work
This effort focuses on the continued development and production of a 3D model for the BQM-34S. The BQM-34S is a recoverable, remote-controlled, subsonic aerial target capable of speeds up to Mach 0.86 and altitudes from 10 to 60,000 feet. It is used to emulate Anti-Ship Cruise Missile (ASCM) and Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) threats for weapons system test and evaluation. The place of performance is San Diego, CA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Delivery Order Modification
- Existing BOA: N00019-20-G-0005
- Anticipated Contractor: Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation (NGSC)
- Anticipated Award: Fourth Quarter Fiscal Year 2026
- Anticipated Delivery Extension: 4 months
- Published: May 12, 2026
- Capability Statement Due: May 12, 2026
Justification & Set-Aside
This requirement is being procured under other than full and open competition in accordance with 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), as implemented by FAR 6.302-1, citing only one responsible source. NGSC is identified as the sole designer, developer, and manufacturer of the BQM-34S system, possessing the unique knowledge, experience, and technical data rights required. No set-aside applies due to the sole source nature of this procurement.
Additional Information
This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for competitive proposals. While responsible sources may submit a capability statement, it will be considered solely for market research to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. The Government reserves the right to proceed with the sole source award regardless of responses. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact Ms. Lindsay Larson-Baits at NGSC directly via email: Lindsay.Larson-Baits@ngc.com.