Sonobuoy Lot Acceptance Testing (SLAT)

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) 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 Sonobuoy Lot Acceptance Testing (SLAT) acquisition supports PMA-264's mission to ensure the operational effectiveness of sonobuoy systems. The acquisition includes the procurement of a sonobuoy launch system, aircraft modifications, personnel training, and the execution of flight operations to support testing. • The contract will be a 4-year, 365-day IDIQ from the date of award with a capability stand-up period not to exceed 12 months. • Flight performance will begin after capability stand-up requirements are met. • The contractor must provide proof of ownership for at least one proposed aircraft by Type/Model/Series (T/M/S) and serial number. • The contractor must demonstrate that the lease allows the contractor to modify the leased aircraft to comply with the PWS requirements. • The contractor must maintain the baseline FAA certifications (Part 91 or Part 135) and safety standards specified in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).