L--Life Cycle Engineering and Support (LCE&S) for Select Electronic Systems for the LPD 17 Class Amphibious Assault Dock Ship

The Naval Sea Systems Command plans to issue a sole source Request for Proposal (RFP) to Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems for Life Cycle Engineering and Support services related to select electronic systems on the LPD 17 Class Amphibious Assault Dock Ship. This contract encompasses a wide range of technical support including systems engineering, in-service engineering, obsolescence management, logistics support, training, software support, and planning yard interface support. The sole source approach is justified by Raytheon’s unique qualifications as both the original designer and exclusive manufacturer of critical systems such as the Ship Wide Area Network (SWAN), Navigation Distribution System, Ship Status Monitoring System, and the Total Ship Training System. This contract aims to ensure continued technical and logistical support throughout the lifecycle of these specialized electronic systems, leveraging Raytheon’s expertise and proprietary knowledge. The comprehensive scope of services highlights a performance-based approach to maintain system readiness and reliability, addressing both current operational needs and future upgrades. This initiative emphasizes continuity, risk mitigation, and effective lifecycle management for key operational components of the LPD 17 class ships.