14--FABRICATION, ASSEMBLY, AND TESTING OF MK 20 CANISTERS

The Naval Sea Systems Command plans to issue a sole source contract modification to Raytheon Systems Company for the continued fabrication, assembly, and testing of MK 20 Mod 0 Canisters. This contract extends the current agreement (N00024-99-C-5464) with Raytheon, as the company possesses unique expertise, knowledge, experience, and facilities essential for producing these specialized canisters. The contract specifically targets the ongoing production requirements of the MK 20 canisters, ensuring continuity and leveraging Raytheon's established capabilities. Interested firms looking for subcontracting opportunities are encouraged to contact Raytheon directly. The solicitation, identified as N0002403R5446, was publicly posted on March 20, 2003, but there is no indication of a competitive set-aside or specific NAICS code associated with this presolicitation. The place of performance and agency details are not specified, underscoring the sole source nature of the procurement and the intent to maintain a consistent production flow through the incumbent contractor.