How to bid on Sniper CATP2 Support and Sustainment Option Years 6 & 7 from DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying

The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force, plans to acquire two one-year option periods for support and sustainment of the Sniper Comprehensive Advanced Targeting Pod 2 (CATP2). This work includes various efforts such as management, engineering, production, fabrication, integration, configuration management, testing, hardware and software upgrades, resolution of diminishing manufacturing sources, and logistics support for the Sniper system.

The primary goal is to ensure a specific system availability rate and reliability Mean Time Between Maintenance Events. The government intends to award this as a sole-source contract to Lockheed Martin Corporation, but all responsible sources are invited to submit capability statements or proposals for review.

Key dates and deadlines

This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on September 08, 2026. The deadline for responses to this notice is September 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. The actual solicitation is expected to be issued 15 days or more after this notice. Proposals received within 30 days after the solicitation's issuance, or 45 days after the publication date of this synopsis, will be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms with expertise in advanced targeting pod systems, including engineering, production, upgrades, testing, configuration management, and logistics support. The work involves complex equipment sustainment. Foreign participation is not permitted at the prime contract level. The place of performance will be at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, or at contractor or subcontractor facilities.

How to respond

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Interested parties should submit a capability statement or proposal. For additional information, questions, or concerns, contact the Contract Specialist/Procuring Contracting Officer listed in the notice. If your concerns are not resolved, an Ombudsman is available to address serious issues.

Tips for a competitive response

Even though the government anticipates a sole-source award, submitting a strong capability statement or proposal is crucial. Clearly demonstrate your firm's experience and technical capabilities in all areas mentioned, such as engineering, production, upgrades, testing, and logistics support for similar complex equipment. Highlight your quality system and how it ensures high availability and reliability.

Ensure your response directly addresses the requirements outlined in the notice. If you have experience with the Sniper system or similar targeting pods, emphasize this. Pay close attention to the deadlines for submitting your response, both for this RFI and for any subsequent solicitation.