K -- Modification of E-2C mission computer operational flight program

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) intends to issue an order under NAWCAD/NAVAIR Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) Number N00421-05-G-0001 for the modification of the E-2C mission computer operational flight program in order to be interoperable with the Multi-Source Integration (MSI) fusion system software. NAVAIR intends to negotiate this order on a sole source basis with Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC), 600 Grumman Road West, Bethpage, New York 11714. NGC is the designer, developer and sole manufacturer and systems integrator of the E-2C aircraft and weapon system and for that reason is the only firm with the knowledge, experience and technical data necessary to provide the require services in a timely manner for the purpose of meeting the fleet?s operational needs. See Numbered Note 22.