Opportunity

SAM #FA853926R0007

E-3 AWACS Navigation Control Mode Selector Repair Services (BAE Systems)

Buyer

AFSC PZABA

Posted

April 28, 2026

Respond By

May 14, 2026

Identifier

FA853926R0007

NAICS

811219, 334511

This opportunity involves the Air Force Sustainment Center at Robins Air Force Base seeking specialized repair services for critical navigation equipment on the E-3 AWACS aircraft. - Government Buyer: - Air Force Materiel Command, Air Force Sustainment Center (FA8539 AFSC PZABA) - Contracting office located at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia - OEM and Vendor Details: - BAE Systems Controls Inc. is the design authority and sole approved repair source - Products/Services Requested: - Repair services for the E-3 Dragon Navigation Control Mode Selector - Part number: 69-37369-305 - NSN: 5826-01-717-5972 - Total of 35 repairs over 5 years (annual breakdown: FY26: 5, FY27: 6, FY28: 7, FY29: 8, FY30: 9) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Only BAE Systems Controls Inc. is authorized to perform these repairs - The contract is Firm Fixed Price and structured as a Requirements Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) - Supports the E-3 AWACS flight deck modernization program, which includes advanced flight management and navigation systems - Place of Performance: - Robins Air Force Base, Georgia (contracting office) - Warner Robins, Georgia (place of performance)

Description

The DRAGON program on the E-3 AWACS upgraded the E-3 AWACS from a four-person flight deck to a three-person flight deck by eliminating the navigator position and incorporating a modern Flight Management System Suite (FMSS) with robust architecture. Specifically, it consists of a modern flight management computer and large multifunction displays for flight and engine instruments. 

Additionally, DRAGON includes safety features such as a flight guidance system, weather radar system, terrain awareness and warning system, wind shear detection and warning system, new and supplemental upgrades to navigation and surveillance equipment, an engine indication and crew alerting system. These services include failure testing and repair of the E-3 Navigation Control Mode Selector. This contract is anticipated for 5 years for a total of 35 repairs.

NSN: 5826-01-717-5972

PN: 69-37369-305

FY26 Qty: 5 Repairs

FY27 Qty: 6 Repairs

FY28 Qty: 7 Repairs

FY29 Qty: 8 Repairs

FY30 Qty: 9 Repairs

Period of Performance: 5 years: a Basic plus four one-year Ordering Periods

BAE Systems Controls Inc. (CAGE 89954), acting as the design authority for the E-3 Dragon Navigation Control, is the only approved and capable repair source for this acquisition. This action will result in an award of a 5-year (a Basic plus four one-year Ordering Periods) contract, that will be Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Requirements Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC). 

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