Engineering and technical support for AN/APG-65 and AN/APG-79 Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radars N00019-26-RFPREQ-TPM265-0174

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) at Patuxent River, MD is seeking capable sources to provide engineering and technical support for AN/APG-65 and AN/APG-79 Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radars installed on F/A-18C/D/E/F aircraft at CONUS and OCONUS locations. The Contractor shall provide on-site representatives with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to support the maintenance, reliability, and readiness of the AESA Radar. This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a promise to issue a solicitation in the future. This notice does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. The Government is not seeking proposals at this time and will not accept unsolicited proposals. Responders are advised that the Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this notice. All costs associated with responding to this notice will be solely at the interested party s expense. Not responding to this notice does not preclude participation in any future Request for Proposal (RFP), if any is issued. Any information submitted by respondents to this notice is strictly voluntary. The information submitted will be used for informational purposes only to help the Government determine the appropriate acquisition strategy. Interested parties are requested to submit a capability statement of no more than five (5) pages in length. The capability statement should demonstrate the ability to perform the work described. The submission should include: Company Name, Address, CAGE Code, and Primary Point of Contact Business Size under the specified 336411 North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code A detailed summary of company s experience with: AN/APG-65 or AN/APG-79 AESA radars (or similar airborne radar systems). On-site technical support for military avionics systems. Maintenance, reliability, and readiness support for complex electronic systems. Experience with Department of War (DoW) technical documentation relevant to avionics and radar systems. Any other information or documentation that describes the capabilities, interfaces, and specifications that may be relevant to this effort Responses shall be limited to submitted electronically to the e-mail address provided below. Responses are requested by 3/17/2026. Earliest possible response is encouraged. Responses will be reviewed, and additional information may be requested from individual sources, if desired by the Government.

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) at Patuxent River, MD announces its intention to procure engineering and technical support for AN/APG-65 and AN/APG-79 Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radars installed on F/A-18C/D/E/F aircraft at CONUS and OCONUS locations. The Contractor shall provide on-site representatives with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to support the maintenance, reliability, and readiness of the AESA Radar. The procurement is being pursued on a sole source basis under the statutory authority 10 USC 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 contractor for AN/APG-65 and AN/APG-79 Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radars, Raytheon has the manufacturing knowledge, experience, and technical data required to fulfill this requirement within the time required. This synopsis is for informational purposes only and is not a request for competitive proposals. Responsible sources may submit a Statement of Capability and Qualifications to the Contract Specialist listed demonstrating their ability to perform the Government's requirement and shall provide proof of approved facility and personnel clearances necessary to meet the delivery schedule required within 15 days from the publication date of this announcement. The Government will utilize the capability statements received solely to confirm the sole source acquisition approach or to reconsider a competitive procurement. A determination not to compete this requirement is solely within the discretion of the United States Government. For small business or subcontracting opportunities, contact Raytheon.