ARC-169 Band Pass Filter (E-3 Aircraft) Repairs

The Warner Robins Air Logistics Center awarded a sole source, firm fixed price contract (FA8539-25-C-0003) to RF Products Inc. for the repair of ARC-169 Band Pass Filters used on E-3 AWACS aircraft. Effective September 25, 2025, the agreement spans a four-year period consisting of a 12-month basic period followed by three 12-month option periods, with a 3 percent inflation adjustment applied to each option year. The award was justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1 because RF Products Inc. possesses proprietary technical data and software essential for the repairs, making them the only responsible source capable of performing the work without unacceptable delays or costs. The scope of work includes the repair of tunable UHF filters operating from 225 to 399.975 MHz, with a required delivery timeline of 45 calendar days after the receipt of assets and delivery orders. Key deliverables include repaired units and various technical data packages, such as quality program plans and government property inventory reports, governed by specific Data Item Descriptions. While the contract is managed by AFSC/PZABA at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, the performance is associated with RF Products Inc. in Camden, New Jersey. The contract structure utilizes specific line items for test, evaluation, and repair services across the base and option years.