A--STANDARD MISSILE ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL SERVICES

The Naval Sea Systems Command plans to issue a contract modification to Raytheon Missile Systems Company to expand engineering and technical support services for the STANDARD Missile research and development program. This extension will cover various tasks including program management, design and development assistance, ground and flight test support, test equipment provision, missile performance evaluation, system and subsystem analysis, system engineering, as well as material procurement, initial hardware fabrication and assembly, documentation, and help with transitioning to production. The modification will increase the funding allocated for these services throughout the remaining contract duration. This action is authorized under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), indicating that only one or a limited number of responsible sources are capable of meeting the agency’s requirements. The contract modification is intended to meet these unique needs and ensure continuity in the support of the STANDARD Missile program. The notice serves informational purposes and reflects the intent to maintain and enhance technical capabilities critical to the missile system’s development.