Air Launch Test Capability (ALTC) and Under Water Test Capability (ULTC)

This contract involves the ongoing development and operation of the Launch Test Complex at China Lake, California, which has been upgraded and renamed the Air Launch Test (ALT) complex to support the Common Propulsion System (CPS) program. The scope includes site reactivation, testing, evaluation, and support to facilitate the deployment of various hardware components such as Test Payload Tubes, Launch Test Stands, Launch Test Vehicles, Advanced Payload Modules, Compressed Air Ejectors, Cross Flow Simulators, and Next Generation Control and Data Acquisition systems. The contract also encompasses the conceptual design and operational planning for an Underwater Test (UWT) at the Underwater Launch Test (ULT) complex, including cost estimates, technology readiness assessments, and schedule projections. These efforts aim to provide critical hardware qualification, risk mitigation, and testing capabilities across multiple platforms—ship, submarine, aircraft, and land—to advance hypersonic weapon systems as directed by the Office of the Secretary of Defense. The contract, issued by the Naval Air Warfare Center under the Department of the Navy, emphasizes supporting the development of both air and underwater launch testing capabilities to facilitate the design, qualification, and risk reduction of new weapons systems. It involves detailed planning, cost analysis, and technological assessments to ensure the readiness and effectiveness of the test complexes. The primary points of contact are Robert Roulusonis and John Faria, who can be reached via email or phone for further information. The contract aligns with NAICS code 541715, reflecting its focus on research and development in engineering and scientific fields, and aims to support the Navy’s strategic goals in hypersonic weapon development and testing.