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Sonobuoy Government Contracts

12 government contract opportunities classified as Sonobuoy. Updated daily.

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12 federal contract opportunities classified as Sonobuoy.

DEPT OF DEFENSE

SONOBUOY LOT ACCEPTANCE TESTING (SLAT) SERVICE AIRCRAFT

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AI Summary

The Naval Air Warfare Center intends to issue a competitive solicitation for Contractor-Owned/Contractor-Operated aerial platform services to support Sonobuoy Lot Acceptance Testing. This includes real-world ocean airdrop tests to ensure compliance with operational standards. Interested vendors are invited to participa…

Posted Apr 22, 2026Due Mar 2, 2026PresolicitationNAICS 481219Sol: N0042126R0001

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

16--SONOBUOY ROTARY

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AI Summary

The Department of Defense is soliciting for sonobuoy rotary systems under NAICS code 336413. This opportunity is focused on the production of military equipment and is relevant for contractors in the defense logistics sector. Interested bidders should prepare to comply with various regulations and guidelines outlined i…

Posted Mar 17, 2026Due Apr 16, 2026SolicitationNAICS 336413Sol: SPRPA126RVA98

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

SONOBUOY STATION CO

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The Department of Defense is soliciting proposals for repair and testing services of sonobuoy systems under NAICS code 336413. The contractor will be responsible for returning items to a Ready for Issue condition, including inspection and acceptance. This opportunity does not fall under Simplified Acquisition Procedure…

Posted Aug 21, 2025Due Sep 22, 2025SolicitationNAICS 336413Sol: N0038325QA387

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

16--SONOBUOY ROTARY LAU, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF

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AI Summary

This RFP is for the repair and modification of Sonobuoy Rotary Launchers for the Department of Defense. Contractors must provide a quote including repair costs and turnaround time. Compliance with specified military standards and inspection requirements is mandatory. Proposals should detail capacity constraints and pri…

Posted Aug 15, 2025Due Sep 15, 2025SolicitationNAICS 336413Sol: N0038325RB286

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

PORTABLE ACOUSTIC SONOBUOY SIMULATOR II

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The Naval Air Warfare Center intends to award a sole-source contract to Blue Aerospace for the Portable Acoustic Sonobuoy Simulator II. This procurement is justified under FAR regulations due to the proprietary nature of the product. Interested parties may submit capability statements by August 21, 2025, but no contrac…

Posted Aug 6, 2025Due Aug 21, 2025SolicitationNAICS 333310Sol: N68335-25-Q-0337

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

16--SONOBUOY ROTARY LAU, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF

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AI Summary

The Department of Defense is seeking proposals for the repair of sonobuoy rotary launchers for the P8 aircraft. This is a sole source opportunity with L3 Harris Technologies Inc. Interested parties must submit their capabilities within 15 days. The solicitation is expected to be issued on August 13, 2025, with a closin…

Posted Jul 30, 2025Due Sep 15, 2025PresolicitationSol: N0038325RB286

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

PMA-264 AIR ANTI-SUBMARINE WARFARE (ASW) UNDERSEA ADVANTAGE (USA) BLOCK 1 (B1) DIGITAL DIRECTIONAL FREQUENCY ANALYSIS AND RECORDING (DIFAR) VERTICAL LINE ARRAY (DDVLA) ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING DEVELOPMENT (EMD) INDUSTRY DAY

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AI Summary

The PMA-264 Air ASW Systems Industry Day on August 20, 2025, will focus on the Engineering and Manufacturing Development phase for the SSQ-145 Digital DIFAR Vertical Line Array sonobuoy. Vendors are invited to present producibility briefs to the Government, discussing manufacturing readiness and processes. This event i…

Posted Jul 18, 2025Due Aug 15, 2025Special NoticeNAICS 334511Sol: N00019-26-RFPREQ-APM264-0024

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

16--SONOBUOY ROTARY LAU, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF

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The Department of Defense, specifically the Navy, is seeking proposals for the repair and modification of sonobuoy rotary launchers. This presolicitation is for a sole source contract with L3 Harris Technologies Inc. for a quantity of 10 units, with delivery terms FOB origin.

Posted Oct 20, 2023Due Oct 26, 2023PresolicitationSol: N0038324RB021

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

16--SINGLE SONOBUOY,AIR

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The Department of Defense is seeking quotes for a single sonobuoy, NSN 7R-1680-017056551-P8, with a quantity of 1. This opportunity is a presolicitation for spares purchase, and it has been reviewed for small business set-aside. Delivery is required FOB origin.

Posted Mar 29, 2023Due May 9, 2023PresolicitationSol: N0038323QB156

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

FY 23-27 PRODUCTION SONOBUOY MULTIPLE AWARD DELIVERY ORDER CONTRACT (MADOC) SOLICITATION

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The Department of Defense is soliciting proposals for the FY 23-27 Production Sonobuoy Multiple Award Delivery Order Contract (MADOC). This opportunity involves both products and services related to sonobuoy production, aimed at enhancing naval capabilities. Interested bidders should refer to the final solicitation for…

Posted Feb 22, 2022Due Mar 3, 2022SolicitationSol: N00019-21-R-0009

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

SONOBUOY ACQUISITION (FY23-27)

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The Naval Air Systems Command is hosting an E-Industry Day for potential vendors regarding the acquisition of sonobuoys from FY23 to FY27. This event will take place on June 8, 2021, via the Department of Defense Commercial Virtual Environment. Interested parties should prepare for one-on-one meetings to discuss the op…

Posted Jun 9, 2021Due Jun 23, 2021Special NoticeSol: N0001921R0009

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

N00019-19-R-0002 FY19-23 AN/SSQ-125A SONOBUOY

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The Department of Defense is seeking proposals for the AN/SSQ-125A sonobuoy under RFP N00019-19-R-0002. This opportunity involves the procurement of military equipment, specifically electronic components used in defense applications. Interested bidders should prepare their proposals accordingly.

Posted Aug 23, 2017Due Jan 16, 2018PresolicitationSol: N00019-19-R-0002

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