BAE CAS BFN ATP Workstation Replacement
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 Systems Command (NAVAIR) PMA-265 intends to award a sole source, Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) delivery order to BAE Systems, Information and Electronic Systems Integration under Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) N0001922G0009. This effort is for supplies and services related to the Combined Interrogator Transponder (CIT) and Conformal Antenna Subsystem (CAS) Beam Forming Network (BFN). The primary goal is to upgrade and replace antiquated hardware and software for the CAS BFN Acceptance Test Procedure (ATP) Workstation. This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for competitive proposals. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact BAE Systems directly. Responses regarding the sole source justification are due by May 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
The scope includes:
- Upgrading a Conformal Antenna Subsystem (CAS), Beam Forming Network (BFN) Acceptance Test Procedure (ATP) Workstation.
- Upgrading/replacing antiquated computer hardware, test equipment, and fixtures.
- Migrating to the latest Windows operating system.
- Re-writing, verifying, and validating test software to function with the new hardware and operating system.
- Supporting F/A-18E/F, EA-18G, and E-2D aircraft programs.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source, Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Delivery Order
- Intended Awardee: BAE Systems, Information and Electronic Systems Integration
- Period of Performance: 24 months from award (anticipated FY26-28)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Published: May 8, 2026
- Response Date (for information/challenges): May 23, 2026
- Place of Performance: Greenlawn, NY, United States
Justification
This acquisition is being pursued on a sole source basis under the statutory authority of 10 USC 2304 (C)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1, citing "Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements." BAE Systems is identified as the only company possessing the unique knowledge, experience, special skills, facilities, manufacturing techniques, and technical data required for this effort.
Additional Notes
This synopsis serves solely for informational purposes. It is explicitly stated that this notice is not a request for competitive proposals. Any firms interested in potential subcontracting opportunities should reach out to BAE Systems directly.