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APN-241 Radar Hardware Upgrade and Installation

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Response Deadline10/23/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract involves the hardware upgrade and installation of APN-241 radar systems for the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center. The primary objective is to enhance the radar's rain rate spectrum detection capabilities from 5-band to 14-band by installing specific processor and transmitter modules into Government Furnished Equipment cards. The scope of work includes troubleshooting system discrepancies using Northrop Grumman software and equipment, culminating in the delivery of one modified WC-130J RTP aircraft. The project is performed in Beavercreek Township, Ohio, under NAICS code 336413. Strict adherence to DoD 5220.22-M standards for the handling of classified material is required throughout the execution of the contract.

General Info

Hardware upgrade of APN-241 radar systems for one WC-130J aircraft in Ohio.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA8509 Aflcmc Wiuka

NAICS

336413 - Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Beavercreek Township, OH, 45431, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA8509A069433.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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MODIFIED WC-130J RTP APN-241 WEATHER RADAR SUSTAINING ENGINEERING SUPPORT RESEARCH AND SUPPORT TASK

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PostedSep 23

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Response DeadlineOct 23

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10/23/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTCin 20 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8509 Aflcmc Wiuka

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Installs and modifies Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) cards for prime contractors on Air Force Life Cycle Management Center radar projects. Upgrades the APN-241 radar from 5-band to 14-band rain rate spectrum detection by installing specific transmitter and processor modules. Troubleshoots system discrepancies using Northrop Grumman equipment and software. Complies with DoD 5220.22-M for classified material. Delivers one modified WC-130J RTP aircraft.

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