Multi-Spectral Targeting Sensor (MTS) Notice of Intent to Sole Source
ID: 25-MDA-12034Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEMISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY (MDA)MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY (MDA)HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35898, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE - MILITARY; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AC13)

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https://sam.gov/opp/70b710b310ed4ecfb83fc72cb5287c1a/view
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    The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) intends to award a sole source contract to Raytheon Company for engineering services related to the Multi-Spectral Targeting Sensor (MTS). This contract will encompass research, development, operations, maintenance services, modifications to existing MTS sensors, and procurement of new sensors, justified under FAR regulations. The MTS is critical for national defense, and Raytheon, as the original equipment manufacturer, is recognized as the only provider capable of meeting the MDA's specific requirements. The contract will be structured as an indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) with a combination of cost reimbursement and fixed-price orders over a 10-year period, identified under contract number HQ0860-25-D-0001. Interested parties may submit capability statements by the specified deadline, but the MDA will not reimburse costs incurred in responding to this notice. For inquiries, contact Ambros Montoya at ambros.d.montoya.civ@mda.mil or Marcus A. Mansfield at marcus.mansfield@mda.mil.

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    Ambros Montoya
    ambros.d.montoya.civ@mda.mil
    Marcus A. Mansfield
    marcus.mansfield@mda.mil
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    MTS Notice of Intent .pdf
    The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) is notifying its intention to award a sole source contract to Raytheon Company for engineering services related to the Multi-Spectral Targeting Sensor (MTS). This contract, justified under FAR regulations, will cover research, development, operations, and maintenance services, as well as modifications to existing MTS sensors and procurement of new ones. Raytheon, the original equipment manufacturer, is deemed the only provider capable of fulfilling MDA's specific requirements. The contract will be structured as an indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) with a combination of cost reimbursement and fixed-price orders over a 10-year period, identified under contract number HQ0860-25-D-0001, PSC AC13, and NAICS Code 541715. While this notice is not a solicitation for proposals, other companies may submit capability statements by a specified deadline. The MDA will not reimburse costs incurred in responding to this notice and will not provide individual feedback to vendors. Questions should be directed to designated MDA personnel via email.
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