The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Aircraft Program Office (PMA-290) is seeking information on capability of development and manufacturing of the AN/UPX-43(V)1 Identification Friend Foe Interrogator (IFFI) shipset and IFFI tray; providing the requisite knowledge and engineering support. This Sources Sought is not, however, a request for inquiries concerning subcontracting opportunities. Telephonics Corporation is the sole designer, developer, and manufacturer of the AN/UPX-43(V)1 and associated IFFI tray Shipset for use in the P-8A. NAVAIR plans to award a base year of approximately four (4) shipsets in support of Foreign Military Sales (FMS) requirements and two (2) options for emergent FMS and domestic requirements. The options are anticipated to include up-to twenty (20) shipsets per year. The AN/UPX-43(V)1s are expected to be manufactured and delivered between FY27 and FY30. SUBMISSION DETAILS: Interested parties may submit a Capability Statement identifying their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. Only Capability Statements received on or before 15 calendar days after the posting date of this Notice will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract action based upon responses to this Notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Capability Statements received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Capability Statements submitted should be pertinent and specific in the technical/management/business area under consideration, on each of the following qualifications. (1) Small/Large Business Status: A company profile to include number of employees, annual revenue history, office location(s), DUNS Number, CAGE Code, and a statement regarding current small/large business status; (2) Execution: A description of the technical approach for meeting schedule and performance requirements of the contemplated procurements. If a small business, provide a description of the plan for ensuring that the small business performs at least 50% of the work itself in terms of cost of performance. (3) Experience: A description of previous (awarded within last 3 years) or current relevant contracts. (4) Personnel: Name, professional qualifications and specific experience of key personnel (e.g., program manager(s), project manager(s), technical lead(s)). (6) Facilities: Availability and description of facilities and equipment that will be utilized to meet requirements. (7) Security: A description of facility and personnel security regarding the handling and storage of classified information and hardware. (8) Any other specific and pertinent information as pertains to this particular area of procurement that would enhance our consideration and evaluation of the Capability Statement. Interested parties are advised against submitt…