CVN 78 Advanced Arresting Gear System Watertwister Engineering Change Proposals
ID: N00019-24-RFPREQ-TPM251-0602PresolicitationType: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMANDPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-5000, USA

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Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

AIRCRAFT LANDING EQUIPMENT (1710)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a47459f4e3814de18b264c6c390a70fc/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), intends to negotiate a sole source contract with General Atomics for Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) related to the Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG) system for the Ford Class Carrier CVN 78. The procurement will encompass development and implementation activities, including non-recurring engineering, testing, and updates to Acceptance Test Procedures and the Logistic Product Database, aimed at maintaining system availability objectives. This contract is critical for ensuring the operational readiness and effectiveness of the AAG system, which is vital for aircraft recovery operations on the carrier. The anticipated award date is June 2025, with performance extending through September 2027, and interested parties may contact Tyler Rowe or Margo O'Rear for further information. Capability statements are encouraged, but there is no commitment from the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract.

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    Tyler Rowe
    tyler.j.rowe8.civ@us.navy.mil
    Margo O'Rear
    margo.b.orear.civ@us.navy.mil
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