FA - 18E / F Infrared Search and Track ( IRST ) Block II

2026-11-03

The Naval Air Systems Command ( NAVAIR ) at Patuxent River , MD announces its intention to procure F / A - 18E / F Infrared Search and Track ( IRST ) Pod Block II weapon replaceable assemblies ( WRAs ), specifically the Fuel Tank Assembly ( FTA ) and Sensor Assembly Structure ( SAS ), and performance of final system integration . Final integration shall ensure all IRST Block II WRAs function correctly when integrated to form a complete system . In the case a given WRA does not function properly at the system level , potential offerors must be capable of troubleshooting and adjudicating such issues . Potential offerors may be required to design , build , or acquire special test equipment ( STE ) to aid in the production of IRST Block II WRAs . The procurement is being pursued on a sole source basis under the statutory authority 10 USC 2304 ( C )( l ) 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 the IRST system , Boeing 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 . In addition to this pre - solicitation notice , the Government has also issued a sources sought notice to determine if any other sources have the potential to fulfill this requirement . Any responses to the sources sought notice will be reviewed and may impact the Government ' s acquisition decisions as they relate to this requirement . A determination not to compete this requirement is solely within the discretion of the United States Government . For small business or subcontracting opportunities , contact Boeing at ( 314 ) 233 - 1599 .

Missouri

2026-04-29