MC-130 Radar
ID: FA8509-25-MC130JRADARType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8509 AFLCMC WIUKAROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fa271d20e3134ef988ad186b581930f6/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Oct 30, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Oct 30, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Dec 1, 2025, 10:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking potential sources for the upgrade of the MC-130J RTP APN-241 Radar to the WC-130J configuration, aimed at supporting MC-130J CR-2M developmental testing. This Request for Information (RFI) is intended to identify capabilities and expertise necessary for the project, emphasizing the need for interested parties to demonstrate their ability to install the radar system, troubleshoot discrepancies, and access Northrop Grumman's equipment. The government anticipates a sole-source contract to Northrop Grumman Corporation, with a completion target within Fiscal Year 2025. Responses must be submitted by December 1, 2024, to the designated contacts, Tiffany Wilcher and Ashley Blann, with a focus on showcasing relevant business information, past experiences, and quality assurance processes.

Point(s) of Contact
Tiffany Wilcher
tiffany.wilcher@us.af.mil
Ashley Blann, Contract Specialist
carolyn.blann@us.af.mil
Files
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Posted
RFI MC-130J Radar.pdf
Oct 30, 2024, 7:13 PM UTC
The government is seeking potential sources for the upgrade of the MC-130J RTP APN-241 Radar to the WC-130J configuration to support MC-130J CR-2M developmental testing. This Request for Information (RFI) is aimed at identifying capabilities and expertise to undertake this project and is not a solicitation for proposals. Interested parties must demonstrate their ability to install the radar system and troubleshoot discrepancies, while having access to Northrop Grumman's equipment. The acquisition strategy aims for completion within Fiscal Year 2025, and the government anticipates a sole-source contract to Northrop Grumman Corporation. Participants must respond by December 1, 2024, providing relevant business information and demonstrating their capabilities through a structured format that includes past experiences and quality assurance processes. The document emphasizes the importance of small businesses and collaborative teaming arrangements. Key requirements include the successful modification of provided government-furnished equipment (GFE) and execution of acceptance testing to ensure operational readiness. Response submissions must be sent to designated contacts, with a focus on both large and small business engagement in this market research.
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