C -- Engineering Technical Support for the BQM-74E Aerial Target System

The Naval Air Systems Command plans to award a firm fixed price contract modification to Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation, based in San Diego, CA, for engineering support related to the BQM-74E Aerial Target. This contract is a modification to the existing contract N00019-05-C-040 and focuses on providing specialized engineering technical support. Northrop Grumman is uniquely qualified to perform this work due to its exclusive access to the proprietary data, software, and experienced personnel necessary to meet the project’s timeline and technical requirements. This contract, classified under NAICS code 541330, falls under the Department of Defense and is managed from the Naval Air Systems Command office located in Patuxent River, Maryland. The acquisition process was initiated through a presolicitation notice posted in April 2007. Points of contact for this contract include Francis P Fisher, Contract Specialist, and Michael J McLoughlin, Contracting Officer, both available to address inquiries related to the award and execution of the contract. The contract supports ongoing operational needs for the BQM-74E aerial target, which is critical for military training and testing missions.