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The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Aerial Targets Program Office (PMA-208) intends to enter into sole source negotiations and subsequently award a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Delivery Order against existing Northrop Grumman Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) N00019-20-G-0005 with Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation (NGSC), San Diego, CA. The anticipated delivery order is to provide Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) and production support for the BQM-34S Aerial Subsonic Target. The Non-recurring engineering and production support is expected to include, but not be limited to the production of 3D models, parts obsolescence in subassemblies, engine and fuel design updates, and special tooling and test equipment. Contract award is anticipated for the second quarter of calendar year 2024 and the anticipated period of performance will be 18 months. The BQM-34 is a recoverable, remote controlled, subsonic aerial target used in support of weapons system test and evaluation.

This requirement will be procured in accordance with the statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition under Title 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), as implemented by FAR 6.302-1, only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. NGSC is the sole designer, developer and manufacturer of the BQM-34S Subsonic Aerial Target system. NGSC is the only known contractor with the requisite knowledge, maintenance and repair experience, and noncommercial technical data and software rights to meet the Government’s requirements for the BQM-34S Subsonic Aerial Target system.

This synopsis is published for informational purposes only. (THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS). All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, which will be considered by the agency. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact NGSC directly via Mr. Randy Laws at P.O. Box 509066, San Diego, CA 92150-9066.

There are no commitments by the Government to issue any solicitations, make an award or awards, or to be responsible for any monies expended by any interested parties before award of a contract for the efforts mentioned above. Information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for or award a contract. No telephone responses will be accepted.

Responses to this notice can be sent via email directly to Ashley Eaton, ashley.r.eaton6.civ@us.navy.mil.