Reach Back Services to Support E-6B Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) Upgrade Effort

Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) awarded a sole-source, Cost Plus Fixed Fee task order to L3 Harris Technologies Integrated Systems under Basic Ordering Agreement N0001924G0004. The contract provides critical reach back engineering, logistical, and technical support for the E-6B Mercury Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) upgrade effort. Performance is scheduled for Calendar Year 2025 through 2027 and will be executed at the contractor's facility in Waco, Texas. The scope of work includes correcting deficiencies in APU kits, updating technical drawings and work orders, and implementing supplier changes to the Technical Data Package to ensure airworthiness and operational readiness for the E-6B Block II upgrade. The procurement was conducted on an other than full and open competition basis under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), as L3 Harris is the original equipment manufacturer and sole designer of the APU integration kit. This unique position provides the contractor with proprietary technical data and infrastructure essential to avoid unacceptable program delays. The effort is funded through Fiscal Year 2025 to 2027 Operation and Maintenance, Navy funds. While specific contract values and formal inspection protocols were not detailed, the work must adhere to Navy airworthiness criteria and federal acquisition regulations.