F414 Sole Source C-29 After Burner Kits

The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division plans to award a sole source Basic Ordering Agreement to General Electric Aviation in Cincinnati, OH, for the procurement of Component Improvement Program modification kits specifically for the F414 aircraft engine. The order will be firm-fixed-price and will consist of 429 C-29 After Burner Pilot Spray Bar kits, which have already been developed, tested, and qualified for use with the F414 engine. This procurement is being conducted on a sole source basis under statutory authority, as only GE Aviation is identified as the sole qualified and responsible source capable of meeting the government's requirements. The Component Improvement Program provides ongoing engineering support, including man-hours, testing, technical data, and hardware modifications, to ensure the reliable and cost-effective operation of aircraft propulsion systems. As the original equipment manufacturer, GE Aviation possesses the necessary technical expertise and data to fulfill the government's needs efficiently. This announcement is not a solicitation and does not obligate the government to award a contract. Subcontracting opportunities may be available through GE Aviation, with performance expected in Lynn, Massachusetts. The Navy's point of contact for this effort is Tiffany L. Corbett.