Synopsis: ALQ-214 Spare Retrofit Kit Procurement
Overview
Buyer
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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) intends to award a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) sole-source contract to L3Harris Technologies for the procurement of ALQ-214 spare retrofit kits. This presolicitation notice is for planning purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal (RFP). Responses from interested parties demonstrating the advantage of competition are due by June 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
NAVAIR plans to procure Generation 2 Digital Receiver/Technique Generator (DRTG2) retrofit kits. These kits will enable the upgrade of existing ALQ-214(V)4 spares inventory to the ALQ-214A(V)4 configuration. The procurement includes DRTG2 Shop Replaceable Assemblies (SRAs), Switch Board Assemblies (SBAs), and associated Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), intended Sole-Source
- Duration: Base year plus two option years, covering Fiscal Years 2027 through 2029
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (intended sole-source)
- Product Service Code: 5865 (Electronic Countermeasures, Counter Countermeasures And Quick Reaction Capability Equipment)
- Place of Performance: Clifton, NJ
- Response Due: June 30, 2026
- Published: June 15, 2026
- Anticipated Award: March 2027
Sole-Source Justification
The Government intends to solicit this effort on a sole-source basis to L3Harris Technologies, citing statutory authority under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) and FAR 6.103-1. L3Harris Technologies is identified as the sole designer, developer, and producer of the ALQ-214 system, possessing the unique technical data and requisite knowledge required to meet the Government's needs.
Response Information
This notice is not a request for proposal, and no contract will be awarded based on responses. Companies interested in challenging the sole-source determination must submit clear and convincing evidence by June 30, 2026, demonstrating that competition would be advantageous to the Government in a future procurement. All inquiries should be directed to Contract Specialist Craig Hayden. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact Mr. Bill West at L3Harris Technologies.