URT-140 Radio Beacon
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), Patuxent River, Maryland, is conducting a Sources Sought for market research to identify potential sources capable of procuring parts and repairing URT-140 Radio Beacon units. This effort is critical for aircrew safety and survivability. The Government anticipates a need for approximately 1500-2200 repairs per year. Responses are due by February 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
This Sources Sought seeks information on capabilities to perform comprehensive repair services for URT-140 Radio Beacon Sets. Services include:
- Component-level troubleshooting and replacement
- Board replacement
- Software updates
- Performance testing to restore full operational capability
Respondents must demonstrate experience in repairing aviation safety-critical equipment. A key challenge to address is managing repairs where the OEM (Elbit Systems) retains full control of technical data, including how to obtain necessary documentation, approvals, and proprietary parts efficiently. Respondents should also detail their experience with similar electronic equipment and their ability to rapidly respond to urgent requests and handle surge capacity.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 5, 2026, by 22:00 EST
- Published: January 21, 2026
- Anticipated Solicitation: Fiscal Year 2026-2028
Evaluation
This is for information and planning purposes only. Responses will be used to determine if an adequate number of qualified contractors exist to potentially conduct a competitive procurement. The Government does not intend to award a contract based solely on responses to this Sources Sought. The Government does not possess the data rights necessary for this effort.
Additional Notes
Do not submit pricing information. Proprietary information should be clearly marked. Telephonic responses will not be accepted. All interested parties must copy Jamie Billig (james.d.billig.civ@us.navy.mil) and Tyesha Parker (tyesha.m.parker.civ@us.navy.mil) when submitting responses. While the Government currently intends to negotiate with a single source for proposed contract actions under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, this Sources Sought aims to identify if a competitive procurement is feasible for future repair services.