14 -- Engineering Support and Field Service Support for the BQM-74E Aerial Target

The Naval Air Systems Command in Patuxent River, Maryland, plans to issue a fixed-price contract modification to Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation under contract N00019-05-C-0040. This modification will cover engineering and field service support for the BQM-74E Aerial Target System. Northrop Grumman is uniquely positioned to fulfill this requirement due to its role as the original designer, developer, and sole manufacturer of the BQM-74E, possessing exclusive access to proprietary technical data necessary for the support activities. This action is a direct modification rather than a solicitation for proposals. The contract relates specifically to services supporting the BQM-74E Aerial Target, classified under NAICS code 336414, which pertains to guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing. The Naval Air Systems Command is the responsible agency managing this award, with the office located in Patuxent River, MD. Key personnel involved include Contract Specialist Francis P. Fisher and Contracting Officer Michael J. McLoughlin, who are the designated points of contact for this procurement action.