COTS/NDI Avionics Integration for T-38 Aircraft

The contract calls for the design, integration, and delivery of a commercial off-the-shelf or non-developmental item Attitude and Heading Reference System to modernize the avionics suite of the T-38A/B aircraft, replacing outdated legacy systems while ensuring full compatibility with existing flight hardware and software. The solution must seamlessly interface with current aircraft systems to maintain operational integrity without requiring extensive airframe modifications, emphasizing reliability, precision, and minimal lifecycle disruption during installation and certification. The work is intended to enhance situational awareness and flight safety through improved attitude and heading data accuracy. This subcontract is solicited under NAICS code 334511 for aircraft instrument and navigation equipment manufacturing and is associated with the Department of Defense through the FA8220 Aflcmc Wndt office. Proposals are due by November 3, 2026, with performance expected to occur primarily in Nibley. The project does not indicate a specific small business set-aside or other preference, and participation requires technical capability in avionics integration, adherence to military avionics standards, and experience with retrofitting legacy flight platforms. The contract aims to accelerate modernization of the T-38 fleet through validated, scalable technology rather than custom development.