New Manufacture of AN/SPS-48E Serpentines

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane will award a five‑year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, with a ceiling of $5 million, for the new manufacture of multiple serpentine assembly variations for the AN/SPS‑48E radar system. The contract will be a sole‑source award to Loughmiller Tool and Design, Loogootee, Indiana (CAGE 1G8N9), under FAR 6.103‑1(c)(2) due to unique capabilities and the need to avoid cost duplication and delays. All responsible sources may submit capability statements, but the primary award will be negotiated with the identified vendor. The solicitation is posted on SAM.gov with a response deadline of 13 Nov 2026, 4:00 PM EST.