Bid guide
How to bid on P-8A Poseidon Increment 3 Block 2 Modification Kit Installation for DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Navy is looking for companies to install P-8A Poseidon Increment 3 Block 2 modification kits. This work involves removing existing aircraft systems and wiring, installing government-furnished kits for aircraft and mission systems, conducting necessary testing, and returning the aircraft to service.
This is a market research effort, a Sources Sought Notice, to identify capable vendors. It is not a request for proposals, but it helps the government understand who can perform this complex retrofit installation for the P-8A Poseidon Multi-Mission Aircraft, which provides enhanced Anti-Submarine Warfare, Anti-Surface Warfare, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance, and Net-Ready capabilities.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This opportunity was published on August 03, 2026. The deadline for submissions is August 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. By this date and time, interested parties must submit a capability statement and a completed P-8A Capabilities Questionnaire electronically via email.
This is a Sources Sought Notice, so there will not be an award at the deadline. The government will review the submitted information for market research and planning purposes. They may request additional information after their review.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with significant experience in aircraft modification and maintenance, specifically with Boeing 737 or P-8A aircraft. Vendors should have facilities capable of accommodating multiple P-8A (Boeing 737-800) aircraft, including appropriate hangar space, GFP storage, and airfield access.
Firms should also possess the required physical security infrastructure to store and integrate classified Government Furnished Property (GFP), including COMSEC. The relevant NAICS code is 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing), with a size standard of 1,500 employees. Small business primes must perform at least 50% of the work themselves.
How to respond
To respond, you need to submit a Capability Statement and a completed P-8A Capabilities Questionnaire. The Capability Statement should be no more than 15 single-spaced pages, using 12-point Times New Roman font. It should detail your firm's specific experience and capabilities, not just general information.
The questionnaire and capability statement must be submitted electronically via email. Classified material will not be accepted. You must include a statement allowing the information to be shared with government support contractors for review. Ensure your submission includes your company profile (name, address, CAGE, UEI, socio-economic status, facility clearance) and details on your facilities, technical experience, and compliance.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Focus your Capability Statement on demonstrating direct experience with complex aircraft modifications, particularly for Boeing 737 or P-8A aircraft. Provide concrete examples of past performance over the last five years, detailing the scope and complexity of the work performed.
Clearly articulate your facility's specifications, including hangar capacity, security infrastructure for classified materials, and any existing P-8A maintenance support and test equipment. Ensure all required company information, including CAGE Code, UEI, and socio-economic status under NAICS 336411, is accurately provided. Remember to explicitly state that your information can be shared with government support contractors.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of Defense; the original posting controls.