58--SOLE SOURCE MODIFICATION TO CONTRACT M67854-07-C-2072 FOR THE GROUND/AIR TASK ORIENTED RADAR (G/ATOR)

The Marine Corps Systems Command plans to issue a sole source modification to the existing contract with Northrop Grumman Systems to significantly increase the ceiling for Engineering Services and Support hours, expanding from 10,000 to 50,000 hours. Additionally, a new line item will be added for the procurement of an extra Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar (G/ATOR) Engineering Development Model (EDM). The G/ATOR program serves as a unified solution addressing the Multi-Role Radar System and Ground Weapons Locating Radar requirements through an evolutionary acquisition approach composed of four incremental capability developments. Northrop Grumman was initially awarded Increment I for System Development and Demonstration in 2007, with funding originally allocated for a single EDM. However, additional funding has since been acquired to procure a second EDM to reduce risks related to schedule, testing, and future increment developments. This modification is pursued under sole source authority as defined in 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR Part 6.302-1, given no competitive proposal process or Request for Proposal is available. The contract increase and added procurement aim to enhance program schedule robustness and ensure continued advancement of the radar capabilities vital to Marine Corps operations. The contract modification reflects the evolving needs based on program funding and acquisition strategy, maintaining continuity with Northrop Grumman as the prime contractor due to their prior performance and development work on the program.