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Notice of Award for Last Time Buy (LTB) 7 Procurement 1 for End-of-Life Parts

Department of Defense · DEPT OF THE NAVY · Award Notice · N00019-25-RFPREQ-WPM262-0290

posted 29 September 2026 · awarded 25 September 2026 · NAICS 336411 · PSC 1550

$6,058,729

Summary

The Naval Air Systems Command awarded a firm‑fixed‑price delivery order to Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation for life‑of‑time buy parts needed to sustain the MQ‑4C Triton unmanned aircraft system. The purchase addresses diminishing manufacturing sources for both the U.S. Navy and the Royal Australian Air Force, ensuring continued operation of this advanced maritime surveillance platform.

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