Production and Installation of the Line-of-Sight (LOS) Link 16 system on MC-130J Platforms
Sources Sought from Department of Defense.
Data as of Oct 24, 2026. Sources: SAM.gov and Grants.gov. Snapshot govcon-directory-20261024T104923Z-2151694.
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Notice details
- Agency
- Department of Defense
- Sub-tier agency
- DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
- Notice type
- Sources Sought
- Solicitation number
- FA8509-27-R-MCLOS
- Product/service code
- R425
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Response deadline
- Nov 5, 2026
- Source
- SAM.gov
Description
This market survey is being conducted to identify potential sources that may be able to provide production kits and installation for the United States Air Force (USAF) MC-130J aircraft platform hereby referred to as MC-130J. This installation, integration, and support of a Line-of-Sight (LOS) Link 16 capability on MC-130J aircraft at multiple Government-designated locations. This support will provide the USAF MC-130J System Program Office (SPO) technical expertise, access to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) proprietary data including but not limited to structural/component data, drawings, qualification data, and analysis techniques as required to adequately maintain operational, safety, suitability, and effectiveness (OSS&E) for the MC-130J platform. Sole source to Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is anticipated due to the lack of proprietary data and engineering expertise needed to perform this support effort. SNC is the only known sole qualified source for this requirement. The level of security clearance is secret and no foreign participation is needed for this requirement. The Contractor will be required to furnish all material, support equipment, tools, test equipment, and services. The Contractor will be responsible for providing, maintaining, and calibrating all support equipment required at their facility or a subcontractor�s facility. Contractor furnished material or parts used for replacement shall equal or exceed the quality of the original material or parts
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When is the response deadline?
The published deadline is Nov 5, 2026. That is 12 days after the data date.
What NAICS code applies?
NAICS 336411, Aircraft Manufacturing.
Which agency issued this notice?
Department of Defense.
Where is the official notice?
The link under Official notice opens the source listing.