Embedded National Tactical Receiver (ENTR) Firmware Update N00019-25-RFPREQ-TPM231-0467

This announcement constitutes a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential procurement sources for the integration of an updated Tactical Receive Segment (TRS) software suite that includes associated Embedded National Tactical Receiver (ENTR) firmware update into the E-2D. This effort is to meet a National Security Agency (NSA) mandated update of cryptographic keys used by the ENTR. This effort includes, but is not limited to, performing non-recurring efforts to support the integration of an updated version of the TRS software to the E-2D Mission Computer (MC) and associated ENTR Firmware update capable of meeting mandated cryptographic modernization. For the FY26-FY27 contract, interested businesses shall demonstrate the capability to meet the Government s required timeline to deliver the update and complete government developmental test by Q1FY27. The E-2D program office plans to use these services and supplies to support E-2 aircraft from FY26-FY27. Additionally, the vendors will provide technical assistance during government testing of the product. Interested vendors must meet pre-qualification requirements in order to be eligible for consideration. This is NOT a Request for Proposal (RFP). Vendors interested in responding to the RFI shall provide a one to two page overview statement addressing the following: 1) Brief statement of interest and capabilities; 2) Explain how respondent owns or can provide clear plan and schedule for purchase or license of data rights to modify and deliver E-2D MCD software that is proprietary. 3) Statement of capability to integrate updated GFE TRS software based on Red Hat Linux 8 into an OFP based on Red Hat Linux 7.9. 4) Capable of lab testing with a E-2D mission system representative bench at classified levels. 5) Respondent can meet schedule to deliver software ready for government test by the end of FY26. Responses are requested by 19 August 2025. Earliest possible response is encouraged. Responses will be reviewed, and additional information may be requested from individual vendors if desired by the Government. This RFI does not constitute a commitment from the Government to issue a solicitation, make an award or awards, or be responsible for any monies expended by any interested party in support of the effort described above. The Government reserves the right to review and use the data submitted at its own discretion. Upon request, the Government will protect proprietary information from unwanted disclosure. Any such requests shall be submitted with the statement of capabilities. Email responses to Androy Allen at androy.f.allen.civ@us.navy.mil.

Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) intends to negotiate and award a sole-source order to Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation (NGSC), Melbourne, Florida (FL) under a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) for the integration of an updated Tactical Receive Segment (TRS) software suite that includes associated Embedded National Tactical Receiver (ENTR) firmware update into the E-2D aircraft. This acquisition is being pursued on a sole source basis to NGSC (CAGE 70974) under the statutory authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) as implemented by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. As the incumbent contractor NGSC has the manufacturing knowledge and experience required to fulfill this requirement within the time required. As the sole designer, developer and manufacturer of the E-2D AHE aircraft weapon system, NGSC is the only source with the requisite knowledge, experience, and technical data required to successfully manufacture the aircraft without causing unacceptable delays in meeting the Navy s operational requirements. In addition, an award to any other source would result in substantial duplication of cost to the Government that is not expected to be recovered through competition. The authority permitting other than full and open competition is Title 10, U.S. Code 2304 (c)(1), as implemented by FAR 6.302-1, Only One Responsible Source , and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.Small businesses interested in subcontracting possibilities may contact Ms. Vicky Harper-Hall, One Northrop Grumman Ave. M/S 30/K08400/D4, El Segundo, CA 90245, Phone: 310-331-3995 Fax 310-332-1655. THIS NOTICE IS PUBLISHED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS. A determination by the Government not to compete this procurement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. The Government will not pay for any responses received. 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. Information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for or award a delivery order.