81 -- ISOPODS (SHIPPING/STORAGE CONTAINERS)

The government requires repairs for F-15 radar fire control system antenna storage and shipping containers, known as ISOPODS. This contract is being awarded through a sole-source procurement to Raytheon Company, located in El Segundo, California. The repair work involves three different National Stock Numbers (NSNs) and corresponding part numbers, with a backlog quantity of 17, 10, and 7 units, respectively. These NSNs and part numbers specify the exact types and quantities of ISOPODS that need maintenance to ensure the continued protection and functionality of the radar antenna systems during storage and transport. This requirement falls under NAICS code 423840, which relates to hardware and equipment wholesalers. Details about set-aside status or specific agency involvement are not provided, suggesting the contract is issued directly with Raytheon due to their unique capability or proprietary ownership of the equipment. Additionally, references to CBD notes indicate that particular clauses or regulatory considerations apply to this procurement. The solicitation was posted in late May 2004, with performance likely tied to the needs of the F-15 aircraft program and its logistical support infrastructure.