Universal Aerial Refueling Receptacle Slipway Installation (UARRSI)
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 issued a Presolicitation Notice indicating its intent to award a sole-source contract to The Boeing Company for Universal Aerial Refueling Receptacle Slipway Installation (UARRSI) Seal Dam & Clam Shell retrofit kits for P-8A Poseidon aircraft. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact Boeing directly.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the procurement and installation of UARRSI Seal Dam & Clam Shell retrofit kits specifically designed for the P-8A Poseidon aircraft. Boeing is identified as the sole designer, developer, manufacturer, and integrator of the P-8A airframe and its systems, possessing the unique knowledge and technical data required for these kits.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Intended Sole-Source Contract (Presolicitation)
- Duration: 60 months period of performance
- Award: Planned for 3rd Quarter FY27
- Set-Aside: None
- Response Due (for this notice): June 5, 2026 (Note: This is for information regarding the notice, not competitive proposals)
- Published: June 3, 2026
Justification
The contract action is pursued under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, citing "Only One Responsible Source." Boeing's status as the P-8A Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and sole integrator means it is the only source with the requisite knowledge, experience, and technical data. Pursuing alternative sources would lead to significant delays in fulfilling U.S. Navy Fleet and international country end-user requirements.
Additional Notes
A previous Sources Sought Notice was issued on May 6, 2026, with responses due by May 21, 2026. The Government has reviewed all submissions and will not consider new information in response to this Presolicitation Notice. This is explicitly not a request for competitive proposals. Interested parties seeking subcontracting opportunities should contact Ms. Paige Bisset at Boeing (425) 965-8077, paige.v.bisset@boeing.com. Contact: Frank Schibler, frank.e.schibler.civ@us.navy.mil