SURTASS Towed Array Program Award Notice

On February 28, 2020, the Naval Information Warfare Systems Command awarded Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems a sole source contract valued at approximately $286.8 million to produce, integrate, assemble, test, and deliver towed arrays. The contract also includes engineering services and materials for the repair and refurbishment of existing towed arrays under the Maritime Surveillance Systems Program Office. The contract structure features a firm-fixed-price portion for the procurement of the arrays and spares, a cost-plus-fixed-fee component for engineering services related to post-delivery support and upgrades, and a cost-only segment covering travel and material expenses associated with these services. It spans one base year with four additional one-year option periods. This agreement mandates the delivery of the initial towed array production system by late January 2022. Lockheed Martin was identified as the sole responsible source, supported by an official justification documenting the non-competitive nature of the award. The contract aims to bolster the Navy's submarine surveillance capabilities through continuous refurbishment and engineering enhancements, ensuring operational readiness and technology advancement. The contract falls under the NAICS code 334511 and is managed through the Naval Information Warfare Systems office based in San Diego, California.