APX-119 Digital Control Panel (DCP) FOR F-5 AIRCRAFT-Phase 2
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The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), specifically the PMA-226 Adversary and Specialized Aircraft team, intends to issue a modification to contract N00421-25-C-0053 with Raytheon Technologies Corporation (RTX) to expand the scope of work on the APX-119 Digital Control Panel (DCP) software update for F-5 aircraft used by the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. The original contract, a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) sole source arrangement, covers the design, testing, and qualification of a software revision to improve pilot safety by reducing heads-down time during flight, addressing the current limitations of the DCP which was originally designed for multi-crewed aircraft. The modification will include the acquisition of four additional software loader kits and extend the contract’s period of performance through Fiscal Year 2027. Due to proprietary rights and limited data access, NAVAIR anticipates that RTX, as the Original Equipment Manufacturer, is likely the only source capable of fulfilling this requirement, although this announcement serves as a market research effort to identify any other potential capable sources. This notice is a sources sought announcement and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment to contract. Interested parties are invited to submit capability statements that explain their qualifications, experience with similar projects, company size status, and ability to overcome proprietary data rights issues, among other required details. Responses should also address technical skills, proposed schedules, and any assumptions necessary to support their approach. The government encourages submissions from businesses of all sizes and ownership types and requests that all proprietary information be clearly marked. The deadline for submissions is May 18, 2026. This process is strictly for information gathering to guide future acquisition strategy and is not binding, with no funds available for preparation costs. All submissions become government property and will not be returned. The government will use the information to determine whether other sources can meet requirements or if the sole source award to RTX should continue.
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THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY
The proposed Phase two (2) contract modification action is for products for which the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the statutory authority of 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), as implemented by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.103-1, only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.
Contract N00421-25-C-0053, awarded to Raytheon Technologies Corporation (RTX), provides for software modifications to the Raytheon Digital Control Panel (DCP) in support of the DoN’s fleet of F-5 Adversary aircraft. NAWCAD intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) sole source contract modification to RTX for the Phase 2 requirement that will add the acquisition of four (4) software loader kits, Part Number (P/N) E6715255-0505, and extend the period of performance of the contract to Fiscal Year (FY) 2027.
At this time, RTX is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), the sole designer, developer, and manufacturer with the requisite knowledge, technical capability, and technical data necessary for the manufacture and delivery of the DCP software. RTX is also the intellectual property holder of the software. Any attempt to use a source other than the OEM would result in substantial duplication of cost to the Government for the redevelopment/reverse engineering and testing aspects of the new interfacing and existing software system that would not be recoverable through competition.
The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 334511, size standard 1,350 Employees. The Product Service Code (PSC) is 1680, Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories and Components.
The determination to not compete this requirement is solely within the discretion of the Government. Although this notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposal or quotes, interested parties may submit capability statements in writing to the Contract Specialist, Ms. Kristin Nelson, Kristin.a.nelson13.civ@us.navy.mil and the Contracting Officer, Ms. Catrina Farrell, catrina.m.farrell.civ@us.navy.mil, no later than 11:00AM EST on 22 June 2026.
This notice is for informational purposes only. The information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government.