System Configuration (SC) 28 Fleet Release
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) has awarded a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) Delivery Order to Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (LM RMS) for the System Configuration (SC) 28 Fleet Release in support of all MH-60R/S aircraft. This was a sole-source award.
Scope of Work
This contract covers the non-recurring efforts required to develop, integrate, test, and deploy an MH-60 Product Line SC28 Fleet Release. This includes all MH-60 air platform variants, encompassing both United States Navy (USN) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) aircraft.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) Delivery Order
- Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA): N00019-23-G-0002
- Awardee: Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (LM RMS), Owego, New York
- Period of Performance: May 21, 2026, through June 30, 2028
- Award Date: June 15, 2026
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole Source)
Justification for Award
This action was awarded on a sole-source basis to LM RMS under the authority of Title 10, U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), as implemented by FAR 6.302-1, "Only One Responsible Source and No Other type of Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements." LM RMS is identified as the sole designer, developer, systems integrator, and manufacturer of the MH-60R and MH-60S aircraft and weapon system. As such, they are the only source possessing the necessary knowledge, skilled personnel, facilities, manufacturing tooling, test equipment, experience, and technical data required for these services.
Additional Notes
This Award Notice is not a request for competitive proposals. The Government does not intend to fund the development or qualification of other sources for this requirement due to the substantial initial investment and pertinent data required. The decision to not compete this action was based on responses to a previously published Pre-Solicitation Notice on May 8, 2025.
For subcontracting opportunities, interested parties should contact Ms. Sheila Young at sheila.p.young@lmco.com.