RAPID_MAC_FORECAST_OCTOBER_2025
ID: RAPIDMACOCT2025Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAIR NAWC AD
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), is issuing a special notice regarding the RAPID MAC Monthly Forecast, which will be posted on SAM.gov on a monthly basis. This initiative aims to support the Naval Avionics Platform Integration Emulator (NAPIE) by evaluating emerging technologies and vendor products to enhance integration with military and civilian platforms, ultimately reducing risks, costs, and timelines associated with flight approvals and certification cycles. The anticipated contract value is between $50 million and $100 million, with a solicitation release expected on October 22, 2025, and an award projected for February 12, 2026. Interested parties can reach out to Christopher (Kyle) Pennini at Christopher.k.pennini.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.

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    Christopher (Kyle) Pennini
    Christopher.k.pennini.civ@us.navy.mil
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    The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Webster Outlying Field (WOLF) Airborne Systems Integration (ASI) Division has a requirement to support the Naval Avionics Platform Integration Emulator (NAPIE). This initiative aims to evaluate emerging technologies, vendor products, software, and new configurations with existing military and civilian platforms. The goal is to reduce risks, costs, and timelines associated with flight approvals and certification cycles. This is an informational and planning forecast, subject to change, and does not bind the government to solicit or award a contract. The anticipated value is between $50M-$100M, with an ordering period of a base plus four options. The anticipated solicitation release is October 22, 2025, and the award is projected for February 12, 2026. This forecast falls under NAICS code 541330 and PSC code AC32, specifically for Airborne Mission Systems.
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