What types of technical expertise does NAVAIR prioritize?

NAVAIR prioritizes vendors with deep expertise in aerospace engineering, systems integration, cybersecurity for flight systems, and advanced materials science for naval aviation platforms.

Are security clearances required for NAVAIR contracts?

Yes, most NAVAIR work involves sensitive defense technology, requiring vendors to hold or be eligible for Facility Security Clearances (FCL) and personnel clearances at the Secret or Top Secret level.

How can small businesses engage with NAVAIR?

Small businesses should focus on the SBIR/STTR programs and engage with the NAVAIR Office of Small Business Programs to identify specific sub-contracting opportunities within large-scale weapon system development programs.

DEPT OF THE NAVY · Contracting Office

NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND

1,486 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office1,486 solicitationsUnder DEPT OF THE NAVY

Solicitations

1.5K

Federal records indexed

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Federal procurement data

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DEPT OF THE NAVY

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

About

Acquisition authority and contracting profile of NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND.

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) manages the acquisition, development, and sustainment of naval aircraft, weapons, and related systems for the Department of the Navy. Vendors compete for contracts involving aerospace engineering, advanced avionics, flight simulation software, and complex weapon system integration.

Hierarchy: DEPT OF THE NAVY · DEPT OF DEFENSE.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

Opportunity activity heatmap (2024-present)

Monthly posted opportunity volume from 2024 onward. Darker = more indexed records.

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