ALQ-249 Next Generation Jammer (NGJ) and Advance Electronic Warfare
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD), Point Mugu, CA, intends to award a sole-source contract modification to Raytheon Company for ALQ-249 Next Generation Jammer (NGJ) and Advanced Electronic Warfare (EW) systems and software engineering services. This Sources Sought notice is conducting market research to identify other potential sources capable of providing these services. Responses are due June 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
This modification will increase the Level of Effort (LOE) hours and cost for contract N6893621D0009, covering the full life cycle of the ALQ-249 NGJ and Advanced EW subsystem for the Navy EA-18G aircraft. The contract scope includes domestic, foreign military sales (FMS), and cooperative development efforts. Required services include:
- Program Management
- Systems Engineering
- Software Development
- Test and Evaluation
- On-Call Field Engineering Services
- Jammer Techniques and Tactics Development
- Training
- Fleet Support
- Laboratory Support
The NAWCWD justifies the sole-source intent due to Raytheon's unique position as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), possessing intimate knowledge of the NGJ-MB (ALQ-249) system's complex hardware and software interoperability. Failure to secure these services from the OEM would cause unacceptable delays, impacting mission readiness and jeopardizing U.S. and Australian defense projects. Performance of this work requires a Top Secret Facility Clearance.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (for a sole-source contract modification)
- Set-Aside: None specified (sole-source intent)
- Response Due: June 24, 2026, 3:00 PM PST
- Published: June 9, 2026
- Product Service Code: AC13 (National Defense R&D Services; Department Of Defense Military; Experimental Development)
Evaluation
Responses will be used to identify if other companies can meet the agency's requirements, particularly in light of the sole-source justification. This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract.
Additional Notes
Interested firms must submit a capability statement (max 10 pages, 12pt font) referencing Notice ID N6893621D0009 via email to Leah Ashmore (leah.b.ashmore.civ@us.navy.mil). Include company size and small business designations (SDVOSB, HUBZone, 8(a), WOSB, EDWOSB). For CUI submissions, request a DoD SAFE Drop-off link. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.