DAIRCM Program

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) plans to negotiate and award a sole source cost-reimbursement contract to DRS Systems, Inc. in Melbourne, Florida, for non-recurring engineering related to the AN/AAQ-45 system of the Distributed Aperture Infrared Countermeasures (DAIRCM) program. The contract includes engineering development models and production representative models of sensors, processors, lasers, and fiber optic cable assemblies to enhance the DAIRCM system in support of Department of Defense requirements. This contract is awarded on a sole source basis under FAR 6.302-1 because DRS Systems, Inc. is the sole designer, developer, and manufacturer of the specified equipment, with proprietary technical data and drawings not available to other sources, thus precluding competition. As the government does not possess a suitable technical data package for the AN/AAQ-45 system, this contract is necessary to meet agency requirements through this exclusive partnership. There may be a Product Verification Audit for potential sources, emphasizing the unique nature of the equipment. For subcontracting opportunities, contacts are provided at DRS Systems, Inc., including the Senior Contract Administrator and Senior Controller. The contract falls under NAICS code 334511 and involves the Department of Defense’s Naval Air Systems Command located in Patuxent River, Maryland. The designated point of contact for the contract is Patrick H. Abell, a Contract Specialist.