R and D Support to Modify a Northrop Grumman AN/APN-241 radar system to develop an Anti Ship Missile (ASM) Simulator

The Naval Research Laboratory plans to enter into negotiations with Northrop Grumman on a non-competitive basis for research and development services focused on modifying the Northrop Grumman AN/APN-241 radar system. The primary objective is to leverage Northrop Grumman’s proprietary AN/APN-241 radar technology, which is only available through this vendor, and provide engineering support to adapt the radar for use as a hardware simulator for an anti-ship missile. This work involves detailed radar modifications aimed at enhancing the capabilities of the system for specialized simulation applications. This contract is classified as a pre-solicitation under NAICS code 334511, indicating it relates to electronic instrument manufacturing. The work will be performed in Washington, DC, with the Naval Research Laboratory’s contracting office serving as the point of contact for this effort. The notice is not a solicitation, but a formal intent to negotiate directly with Northrop Grumman, emphasizing the proprietary nature of the radar system and the unique expertise required. Interested parties or inquiries must be directed to the designated Naval Research Laboratory contracting officers, with further opportunities available through the NRL’s business website.