C-130 Nose Radome NSN: 1560-01-417-5455LG SPRWA126R0019
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AI-generated · Feb 19, 202642 C-130 nose radomes (P/N 3333921-1, NSN 1560-01-417-5455LG) will be procured for use on C-130H and C-130J aircraft under a firm-fixed-price contract, awarded sole-source to Lockheed Martin Corporation for manufacture. The radome houses the radar, glide-slope, and microwave landing system; a critical radar window area must be maintained to meet transmission efficiency and degradation requirements. Its projected life extends through 2034, with supply-chain forecasts through 2034.
Competition is impeded because Lockheed Martin (the OEM) and General Dynamics are the only entities that have produced this radome for the Government in the past, with General Dynamics currently subcontracting for Lockheed Martin. This notice is informational only and not a solicitation or commitment; a firm-fixed-price RFP is anticipated to be issued to Lockheed Martin. Responses are voluntary.
Intent to Procure: C-130 radome, Part Number (P/N) 3333921-1, NSN 1560-01-417-5455LG Description The Government intends to release a firm fixed price request for proposal on or before 5 March 2026 sole source to Lockheed Martin Corporation for the manufacture of the C-130 Radome. The quantity is 42. The 3333921-1 nose radome, used on C-130H and C-130J model aircraft, has a projected life through 2034. Supply chain management system forecast databases show flying hours and forecasts out to 2034. This radome assembly encloses the radar, the glide-slope, and the microwave landing system. A critical radar window area must be maintained in the radome to meet transmission efficiency and degradation requirements for the enclosed systems Impediment to Competition: Lockheed Martin (Original Equipment Manufacturer) and General Dynamics are the only sources who have produced the Radome for the Government in the past. Currently, General Dynamics produces the Radome as a subcontractor for Lockheed Martin. DISCLAIMER This is for informational purposes only. This is not a request for proposal. It does not constitute a solicitation and shall not be construed as a commitment by the government. Responses in any form are not offers, and the government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. No funds are available to pay for preparation of responses to this announcement. Any information submitted by respondents to this technical description is strictly voluntary.
From Presolicitation posted on Feb 18, 2026This action is to establish a Contract for the acquisition of the Nose Radome NSN: 1560-01-417-5455LG sole source to Lockheed Martin Corporation. It is for the manufacture of the C-130 Radome. The quantity is 42. The 3333921-1 nose radome, used on C-130H and C-130J model aircraft, has a projected life through 2034. Supply chain manage-ment system forecast databases show flying hours and forecasts out to 2034. This radome assembly encloses the radar, the glide-slope, and the microwave landing system. A critical radar window area must bemaintained in the radome to meet trans-mission efficiency and degradation requirements for the enclosed systems. The Government does not own the technical data package for this item. This requirement will be solicited sole source to manufacturer Lockheed Martin (Cage: 98897) pursuant to 10 USC 2304(c)(1); FAR 6.302-1. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency
From Solicitation posted on Mar 26, 2026This action is to establish a Contract for the acquisition of the Nose Radome NSN: 1560-01-417-5455LG sole source to Lockheed Martin Corporation. It is for the manufacture of the C-130 Radome. The quantity is 42. The 3333921-1 nose radome, used on C-130H and C-130J model aircraft, has a projected life through 2034. Supply chain manage-ment system forecast databases show flying hours and forecasts out to 2034. This radome assembly encloses the radar, the glide-slope, and the microwave landing system. A critical radar window area must bemaintained in the radome to meet trans-mission efficiency and degradation requirements for the enclosed systems. The Government does not own the technical data package for this item. This requirement will be solicited sole source to manufacturer Lockheed Martin (Cage: 98897) pursuant to 10 USC 2304(c)(1); FAR 6.302-1. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency
From Solicitation posted on Apr 01, 2026Notice history
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Solicitation Posted Mar 26, 2026View changes (6)
- Title: Intent to Procure C-130 Nose Radome NSN: 1560-01-417-5455LG → C-130 Nose Radome NSN: 1560-01-417-5455LG
- Description: Description was updated
- Notice Type: Presolicitation → Solicitation
- Response Deadline: Mar 05, 2026 → Apr 26, 2026
- Set-Aside: None → No Set aside used
- NAICS Codes: 336413 → 334511
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Solicitation LATEST Posted Apr 01, 2026No changes from previous notice
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