# Sonobuoy Lot Acceptance Testing (SLAT)

Notice 3f04e9a67d044551ab35724797144c9b (solicitation N0042126R1007) from DEPT OF DEFENSE, NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIV, posted 2026-05-05, responses due 2026-06-22T16:00:00.000Z. Status: open.

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Notice ID | 3f04e9a67d044551ab35724797144c9b |
| Solicitation number | N0042126R1007 |
| Type | Solicitation |
| Agency | DEPT OF DEFENSE |
| Sub-tier | DEPT OF THE NAVY |
| Office | NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIV |
| Posted | 2026-05-05T16:48:39.000Z |
| Response deadline (UTC) | 2026-06-22T16:00:00.000Z |
| Set-aside | - |
| NAICS | 481219 |
| PSC | V121 |
| Place of performance | - |
| Award | - |

## Description

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), through Program Manager Adversary and Specialized Aircraft (PMA-226), is procuring Contractor-Owned, Contractor-Operated (COCO) aviation services to fulfill an enduring operational requirement from the Program Manager for Air Anti-Submarine Warfare Systems (PMA-264). The SLAT acquisition supports PMA-264?s mission to ensure the operational effectiveness of sonobuoy systems. This acquisition is necessary to establish operational readiness for SLAT operations, including capability stand-up, flight services, and technical data delivery. The requirement for SLAT operations arises from the need to validate the performance and reliability of sonobuoy systems in operational environments. The acquisition includes the procurement of a sonobuoy launch system, aircraft modifications, personnel training, and the execution of flight operations to support testing. The effort also includes the delivery of technical and administrative data to support program management and oversight. This acquisition is conducted in accordance with FAR Part 15, DFARS 215.3, and the DoD Source Selection Procedures (20 August 2022). It adheres to NAVAIRINST 4200.39D and PMA-264 program-specific requirements. ELIGIBILITY The Product Service Code (PSC) for this requirement will be V121 (Transportation/travel/relocation- Transportation: Air Charter). The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) is 481219 (Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation). This requirement is being pursued via full and open competition. CONTROLLED UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATION (CUI) Certain attachments associated with this solicitation contain Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). By requesting or accessing these documents, interested parties acknowledge that they will: Use the information solely for the purpose of responding to this solicitation Safeguard the information from unauthorized disclosure Not distribute, release, reproduce, or disclose information outside their organization without prior written approval from the Government Ensure any internal personnel accessing the information understand these restrictions Vendors requesting access to the controlled documents must acknowledge acceptance of these conditions in their request. The documents/attachments marked as “CUI” within Section J will be distributed via DOD SAFE. To request access, email the Contract Specialist, Brad Dioguardo, bradley.dioguardo.civ@us.navy.mil and the Contracting Officer, David Silverstone, David.s.silverstone.civ@us.navy.mil. Prior access granted under any previous notice does not carry over and vendors must submit a new request for access. Email CS and CO mentioned above with any questions. SUBMITTAL INFORMATION This RFP is being released via the Solicitation module within the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE). Proposals are due via PIEE NLT 1200 EDT 22 June 2026. Any administrative questions or comments regarding the solicitation submittal shall be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist – Brad Dioguardo, bradley.dioguardo.civ@us.navy.mil and Contracting Officer – David Silverstone, david.s.silverstone.civ@us.navy.mil. The Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this solicitation. No funds are available to pay for preparation of responses to this solicitation. Any information submitted by respondents to this announcement is strictly voluntary. ADDITIONAL NOTES Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) – The RFO updates as of 06 March 2026 have been incorporated into this RFP.

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