NOAA/OMAO - APY-11 Multi-Mode Radar (MMR) for NOAA's C130J Aircraft
Type: Special Notice
Overview

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COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAANORFOLK, VA, 23510, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/fc719f523678499cb1a10bd1be960d41/view
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    Posted Apr 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Apr 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 18, 2025, 6:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) intends to negotiate a sole-source contract with L3 Harris Technologies for the procurement of AN/APY-11 Multi-Mode Radar Systems for its C-130J aircraft fleet. This specialized radar system is critical for advanced weather navigation and analysis, comprising various components such as antennas, receivers, and processing units, which are essential for maintaining NOAA's high performance and reliability in weather monitoring and research capabilities. Interested parties may submit capability statements for consideration, although this notice does not constitute a formal solicitation. For further inquiries, interested vendors can contact Jennifer Peters at jennifer.peters@noaa.gov or Jana Kolb at Jana.Kolb@noaa.gov.

Point(s) of Contact
Jennifer Peters
jennifer.peters@noaa.gov
Jana Kolb
Jana.Kolb@noaa.gov
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Notice of Intent to Sole Source.pdf
Apr 8, 2025, 3:07 PM UTC
The U.S. Department of Commerce's NOAA intends to negotiate a sole-source contract with L3 Harris Technologies for AN/APY-11 Multi-Mode Radar Systems for its upcoming C-130J aircraft fleet. This decision is justified under federal regulations allowing sole sourcing when specific requirements can only be fulfilled by one vendor. The AN/APY-11 system includes various components such as antennas, receivers, and processing units, all specifically developed for advanced weather navigation and analysis. L3 Harris is the sole distributor authorized by the original equipment manufacturer, ensuring continuity and functionality from NOAA's current WP-3D aircraft. Although this notice does not constitute a formal solicitation or request for proposals, other entities may submit capability statements for consideration. Response submissions must be sent in writing, detailing the ability to meet the outlined requirements by the specified deadline. This document emphasizes the importance of maintaining high performance and reliability in weather monitoring and research capabilities through consistent equipment sourcing.
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NOAA/OMAO - APY-11 Multi-Mode Radar (MMR) for NOAA's C130J Aircraft
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