Description
The U.S. Navy’s Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) is conducting market research via an RFI to identify industry capability to design, develop, test, and rapidly prototype the Silent Anvil Air‑Launched Torpedo (SAA‑LT), a next‑generation anti‑submarine standoff glide weapon. Respondents may propose either a full end‑to‑end system (Option 1) or a modular wing‑kit that carries a government‑furnished torpedo (Option 2). The effort envisions an 18‑month demonstration phase followed by the production of up to 180 prototype all‑up‑rounds over three years. Information gathered may feed a future Other Transaction Authority (OTA) prototype contract.
• Two design pathways: complete integrated weapon (Option 1) or wing‑kit/glide module plus separate torpedo (Option 2).
• Demonstration goal: functional end‑to‑end prototype within 18 months of award.
• Production goal: ~180 prototype units delivered within 3 years after successful demo.
• Key technical requirements: 250‑lb class, ≤268 lb weight, ≤70 in length, compatible with BRU‑61/A rack, UAI‑compliant, subsonic release, modular open‑architecture, BIT capability, and ITAR compliance.
• Required submissions: 10‑page capability statement (15 pages if addressing both options), including corporate data, technical approach, schedule, manufacturing capacity, ROM cost estimates, risk mitigation, and TRL assessments.
• Key dates: RFI issued 25 Aug 2026, Industry Day 17 Sep 2026 (Lexington Park, MD), response deadline 02 Oct 2026 5 PM ET.
• Primary contact: Joseph Perriello, Contract Specialist (email provided).
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Contact
Joseph Perriello(Contract Specialist)