16 -- USN Harness Comparison Test

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) intends to issue a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) order to Martin-Baker Aircraft Company, Limited under sole-source BOA N00019-02-G-3046 for engineering, technical and logistical support in the performance of six ejection sled tests as part of a comparative test program to evaluate the affects of restraint systems on the Navy Aircrew Common Ejection Seat (NACES) performance. Testing will be accomplished using the NACES SJU-17(v) 3/A and 4/A series of ejection seats. Martin-Baker Aircraft Company, Limited is the sole designer, developer and manufacturer of NACES and the only known source with the required technical expertise and data to meet the Government’s needs. This synopsis is published for informational purposes only. See numbered note 22.