Opportunity

SAM #N00019-26-RFPREQ-WPM208-0055

BQM-177A Subsonic Aerial Target Parts and Mission Kits Sole Source Procurement

Buyer

Naval Air Systems Command

Posted

June 22, 2026

Respond By

July 06, 2026

Identifier

N00019-26-RFPREQ-WPM208-0055

NAICS

336419, 336414, 336413, 336411

This opportunity involves the procurement of specialized parts and mission kits for the BQM-177A Subsonic Aerial Target (SSAT) to support NAVAIR's Aerial Targets Program Office (PMA-208): - Government Buyer: - Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Aerial Targets Program Office (PMA-208), Patuxent River, MD - OEM Highlight: - Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems, Inc. (KUAS) is the sole designer, developer, and manufacturer of the BQM-177A SSAT - Products/Services Requested: - Parts and mission kits for the BQM-177A SSAT - Unique mission kits, special tooling, software, and support equipment - No specific part numbers or quantities provided - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Sole source procurement to KUAS due to exclusive technical data, software rights, and maintenance/repair expertise - Supports weapons system test and evaluation and Fleet training by emulating Anti-Ship Cruise Missile (ASCM) and Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) threats - Only KUAS can meet the Government's requirements for this system

Description

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Aerial Targets Program Office (PMA-208) Patuxent River, MD intends to enter into sole source negotiations and subsequently award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Delivery Order to Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems, Inc. (KUAS), Sacramento, CA. The anticipated delivery order is for the procurement of Parts and Mission Kits associated with the BQM-177A Subsonic Aerial Target (SSAT). Contract award is anticipated for the second quarter of fiscal year 2027 and the anticipated period of performance will be for 12 months. The BQM-177A is a subsonic, recoverable, aerial target system that emulates Anti-Ship Cruise Missile (ASCM) and Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) in support of weapons system test and evaluation and Fleet training.

This synopsis is published for informational purposes only. (THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS). This requirement will be procured in accordance with FAR 6.103-1, only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. KUAS is the sole designer, developer and manufacturer of the BQM-177A SSAT to include unique mission kits, special tooling, software and support equipment. KUAS is the only known contractor with the requisite knowledge, maintenance and repair experience, and noncommercial technical data and software rights to meet the Government’s requirements for the BQM-177A SSAT system. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact KUAS directly via Mr. Barrett Bachert at barrett.bachert@kratosdefense.com.

IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR INTERESTED PARTIES: This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. There are no commitments by the Government to issue any solicitations, make an award or awards, or to be responsible for any monies expended by any interested parties before award of a contract for the efforts mentioned above. Information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for or award a contract. No telephone responses will be accepted.

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