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MQ-8B Fire Scout Weaponization Program
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The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) and the Chief of Naval Operations have established a requirement for a Rapid Deployment Capability Weaponization Program for the MQ-8B Fire Scout Vertical Takeoff and Landing Tactical Unmanned Air Vehicle. Under this initiative, the Government serves as the Lead System Integrator, while the contractor is responsible for the engineering, manufacturing, and data development necessary to integrate government-selected weapons, launchers, and a Stores Management System onto the aircraft. The scope of work includes providing all personnel, materials, and facilities required to design, fabricate, test, and support the equipment as defined by the VTUAV Weapon Specification. The government intends to award this contract as a sole source to Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation, the original designer and manufacturer of the Fire Scout. This decision is based on the company's unique position as the sole integrator for modular payloads and its proprietary knowledge of the key interfaces and safety-of-flight software required for integration. The project involves integrating the weapon system into both the air vehicle and the control station, followed by rigorous flight testing and operational evaluations. The procurement is conducted under the statutory authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) to ensure the capability is fielded within a critical 18-month timeframe.
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$15,942,612.48Place of Performance
MD, USASet-Aside
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