Mission Systems Test Capability (MSTC) Communication, Navigation, and Identification (CNI) Racks

The F-35 “Lightning II” Program Office intends to solicit offers for one or more orders under Basic Ordering Agreement N00019-19-G-0008 from Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company, Fort Worth, TX. The Government requires support for developing a simulation/stimulation test capability for F-35 datalinks in a ground test environment. Rack replacement equipment is necessary to populate testing racks to perform datalinks analysis.

This acquisition is being pursued on a sole source basis under the statutory authority of 10 U.S.C. 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. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals; however, any capability statements, proposals, or quotations received within fifteen (15) days after the date of publication of this synopsis will be considered by the Government.

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company is the sole designer, developer, manufacturer and integrator of the F-35 aircraft and the related equipment. Lockheed Martin alone has the experience, special skills, proprietary technical documentation, software/algorithms, and technical expertise required to furnish the supplies and services within the required timeframe. Accordingly, Lockheed Martin is the only known qualified, responsible source that can fulfill the requirements specified herein.

Subcontracting opportunities may be available and should be sought with Lockheed Martin through Sean Lightcap, 817-584-1276. This notice is not a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation, make an award (or awards), or be responsible for any cost incurred by interested parties prior to award of a contract for the effort described above. Information provided herein is subject to change. The data associated with the F-35 JPO is export controlled and is not available to foreign sources or representatives.