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This Pre-Solicitation opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on May 6, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

E-3 Dragon

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FA853926R0007Federal

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The contract pertains to the DRAGON program, which upgrades the E-3 AWACS by reducing the flight deck crew from four to three by eliminating the navigator position and incorporating a modern Flight Management System Suite (FMSS). This suite includes a modern flight management computer and large multifunction displays for flight and engine instruments. The upgrade enhances safety through features such as a flight guidance system, weather radar, terrain awareness and warning system, wind shear detection, and an engine indication and crew alerting system, alongside new navigation and surveillance equipment improvements. The contract includes services for failure testing and repair of the E-3 Navigation Control Mode Selector, addressing a total of 35 repairs spread over five years. BAE Systems Controls Inc., the designated design authority for the E-3 Dragon Navigation Control, is the sole approved source for these repairs. The contract is structured as a Firm Fixed Price, Requirements Indefinite Delivery Contract spanning a basic five-year period with four one-year ordering options. Repair quantities increase annually, beginning with 5 in FY26 and reaching 9 by FY30. The contract is managed under the Department of Defense at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, with designated points of contact for communication provided.

General Info

Five-year fixed-price contract for E-3 AWACS upgrades and navigation system repairs by BAE Systems.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA8539 Afsc Pzaba

NAICS

334511 - Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing View NAICS

Place of Performance

Warner Robins, GA, USA

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Timeline

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PhaseClosed
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Presolicitation

Amendment 1

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8539 Afsc Pzaba
Contacts2 people available
OfficeROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA
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Department Of Defense → FA8539 Afsc Pzaba
Office AddressROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA

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The DRAGON program on the E-3 AWACS upgraded the E-3 AWACS from a four-person flight deck to a three-person flight deck by eliminating the navigator position and incorporating a modern Flight Management System Suite (FMSS) with robust architecture. Specifically, it consists of a modern flight management computer and large multifunction displays for flight and engine instruments. 


Additionally, DRAGON includes safety features such as a flight guidance system, weather radar system, terrain awareness and warning system, wind shear detection and warning system, new and supplemental upgrades to navigation and surveillance equipment, an engine indication and crew alerting system. These services include failure testing and repair of the E-3 Navigation Control Mode Selector. This contract is anticipated for 5 years for a total of 35 repairs.


NSN: 5826-01-717-5972


PN: 69-37369-305


FY26 Qty: 5 Repairs


FY27 Qty: 6 Repairs


FY28 Qty: 7 Repairs


FY29 Qty: 8 Repairs


FY30 Qty: 9 Repairs


Period of Performance: 5 years: a Basic plus four one-year Ordering Periods


BAE Systems Controls Inc. (CAGE 89954), acting as the design authority for the E-3 Dragon Navigation Control, is the only approved and capable repair source for this acquisition. This action will result in an award of a 5-year (a Basic plus four one-year Ordering Periods) contract, that will be Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Requirements Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC).