Support of the Low Probability of Intercept Altimeter (LPIA) System
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 Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) intends to award a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) on a sole-source basis to BAE Systems, Wayne, NJ, for the Low Probability of Intercept Altimeter (LPIA) System. This notice is not a request for proposals but seeks evidence from other interested parties that competition would be advantageous to the Government.
Scope of Work
This BOA will support the LPIA Receiver-Transmitter RT-1805/APN-02, RT-1805/APN-04, RT-1805/APN-05, and associated software. These systems are critical for U.S. Navy/U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, U.S. Coast Guard, other DoD activities, and International Programs Office (IPO) customers. BAE Systems is identified as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and sole source due to their unique ability, resources, technology, and documentation necessary to modify, develop, produce, maintain, and support these systems without substantial duplication of cost.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) - Sole Source
- Awardee (Intended): BAE Systems, Wayne, NJ
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due (for interested parties): March 13, 2026, 3:30 PM Eastern Time
- Published: February 26, 2026
Additional Notes
This is a Notice of Intent to Sole Source and not a Request for Proposals. The Government will not fund the development or qualification of other sources. Interested parties must submit clear and convincing evidence demonstrating that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses will be considered solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact BAE Systems directly. All inquiries must be sent via email to Mackenzie Buscher.