16 -- Produce and deliver Navy Technical Manuals updates required to support E-2C implementation of the NP2000 system

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) is seeking to negotiate a sole source contract with Northrop Grumman Corporation, located in Bethpage, NY, to update technical manuals supporting the E-2C aircraft's operation and the installation of the NP2000 propeller system. These updates will include critical information on system integration, operation, and maintenance necessary for the implementation of the NP2000 system. Northrop Grumman, as the original designer, developer, and sole manufacturer of the E-2 aircraft, possesses unique and detailed technical knowledge and data that are essential for timely and accurate completion of this work to meet U.S. Navy requirements. This contract focuses on producing and delivering updated Navy technical manuals to ensure proper support of the E-2C aircraft after incorporating the NP2000 system. The sole source nature of the contract is justified by Northrop Grumman's exclusive expertise and access to proprietary information. The solicitation was posted on May 5, 2003, under NAVAIR synopsis number 20033-03, with no competitive set-aside specified. The primary office managing this effort is located at Patuxent River, Maryland, under the Department of Defense’s Naval Air Systems Command.