FA861517C6047
Definitive Contract
Overview
Government Description
F-16 active electronically scanned array joint emergent operational need. Includes the development, production, and integration of Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radars for Air Force F-16 aircraft, including engineering, manufacturing, and support equipment. Additional efforts involve software development, radio frequency target generator work, and integration of the Integrated Viper Electronic Warfare Suite (IVEWS) and Electronic Warfare Radio Frequency Compatibility (EWRFC). Tasks also encompass assembly and testing of radar components, mechanical and electronic hardware, rf/microwave modules, software services, and specialized design services.
Awarding Agency
Funding Agency
Place of Performance
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090 United States
Pricing
Fixed Price
Set Aside
None
Extent Competed
Not Competed
Related Opportunity
None
Analysis Notes
Termination This definitive contract was terminated for convenience (partial or complete) in November 2025.
Amendment Since initial award the Potential End Date has been extended from 09/30/20 to 07/31/31 and the Potential Award value has increased 1157% from $188,607,302 to $2,370,498,164.
Sole Source This Definitive Contract was awarded sole source to Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation because the government believes that only one company can provide the product / service (FAR 6.302-1).
Subcontracting Plan This Definitive Contract has a DOD Comprehensive Subcontracting Plan. The Department of Defense has an overall small business subcontracting goal of 30%
Amendment Since initial award the Potential End Date has been extended from 09/30/20 to 07/31/31 and the Potential Award value has increased 1157% from $188,607,302 to $2,370,498,164.
Sole Source This Definitive Contract was awarded sole source to Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation because the government believes that only one company can provide the product / service (FAR 6.302-1).
Subcontracting Plan This Definitive Contract has a DOD Comprehensive Subcontracting Plan. The Department of Defense has an overall small business subcontracting goal of 30%
Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation was awarded
Definitive Contract FA861517C6047 (FA8615-17-C-6047)
for F-16 Active Electronically Scanned Array Joint Emergent Operational Need
worth up to $2,370,498,164
by Lifecycle Management Center
in May 2017.
The contract
has a duration of 14 years 2 months and
was awarded
full & open
with
NAICS 334511 and
PSC 5841
via sole source acquisition procedures with 1 bid received.
As of today, the Definitive Contract has a total reported backlog of $657,698,522 and funded backlog of $75,255,889.
DOD Announcements
May 2017:
Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $243,873,277 predominantly fixed-price contract with cost-plus-fixed fee and fixed-price incentive portions for 72 Active Electronically Scanned Array radars, spares and support services. Work will be performed at Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be complete by Jan. 31, 2019. This award is the result of a competitive acquisition with one offer received. Fiscal 2016 research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $30,714,025 are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity (FA8615-17-C-6047).
Dec 2019: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $1,008,327,355 definitized modification (PZ0012) to previously awarded contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the definitization of all three programmatic phases to include development and production of up to 372 radars. Work will be performed at Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed by May 2027. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $291,167,746. Fiscal 2019 research and development funds in the amount of $679,659 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Fighter Bomber Directorate, F-16 Division, Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Feb 2020: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $262,281,057 firm-fixed price modification (P00027) to previously awarded contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the exercise of options to include 15 engineering, manufacturing and development and 90 production radars, as well as associated support equipment and spares. Work will be performed at Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed by Dec. 2022. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $553,448,803. Fiscal 2020 research and development funds in the amount of $34,182,567; fiscal 2018 procurement funds in the amount of $88,201,189; and fiscal 2020 procurement funds in the amount of $197,955,911 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Fighter Bomber Directorate, F-16 Division, Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Mar 2020: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $262,281,057 firm-fixed-price modification (P00027) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the exercise of options to include 15 engineering, manufacturing and development (EMD); and 90 production radars, as well as associated support equipment and spares. Work will be performed at Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed by December 2022. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $553,448,803. Fiscal 2020 research and development funds in the amount of $34,182,567; fiscal 2018 procurement funds in the amount of $88,201,189; and fiscal 2020 procurement funds in the amount of $197,955,911 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Fighter Bomber Directorate, F-16 Division, Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Jun 2020: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded an $18,733,197 firm-fixed-price, cost-plus-fixed-fee modification (P00026) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for active electronically scanned array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. The contract modification is for definitization of the radio frequency target generator, additional support equipment and software development to support Phase Two. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed by April 2023. Fiscal 2018 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $3,510,172; and fiscal 2020 research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $10,103,436 are being obligated at the time of award. Total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,027,044,025. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Jun 2020: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded an $18,733,197 firm-fixed-price, cost-plus-fixed-fee modification (P00026) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for active electronically scanned array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. The contract modification is for definitization of the Radio Frequency Target Generator, additional support equipment and software development to support Phase Two. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed by April 2023. Fiscal 2018 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $3,510,172; and fiscal 2020 research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $10,103,436 are being obligated at the time of award. Total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,027,044,025. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity. (Awarded June 18, 2020)
Mar 2021: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $259,591,988 firm-fixed-price modification (P00037) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the exercise of options to include 115 production radars, as well as associated spares. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed December 2023. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $840,077,231. Fiscal 2020 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $6,377,989; and fiscal 2021 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $253,213,999 are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Dec 2021: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $189,761,282 firm-fixed-price modification (P00049) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification exercises options to include 83 production radars, as well as associated spares. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed by Dec. 31, 2024. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,032,433,616. Fiscal 2021 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $67,964,526; and fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $121,796,756 are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity. (Awarded Dec. 16, 2021)
Mar 2022: CORRECTION: The announcement of a $91,277,706 modification (P00048) awarded March 9, 2022, to Northrop Grumman Corp., Rolling Meadows, Illinois, for electronic warfare radio frequency compatibility, incorrectly reported the contract number. The actual contract number is FA8615-17-C-6047.
Jul 2022: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $88,241,950 firm-fixed-price modification (P00067) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Air Force F-16 aircraft Active Electronically Scanned Array radars. This modification is for the exercise of options to include 31 production radars, as well as associated spares. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed July 31, 2025. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,217,979,978. Fiscal 2020 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $2,034,480; fiscal 2021 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $2,034,480; and fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $84,172,990.00 are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity (FA8615-17-C-6047 P00067).
Jul 2022: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $88,241,950 firm-fixed-price modification (P00067) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Air Force F-16 aircraft Active Electronically Scanned Array radars. This modification is for the exercise of options to include 31 production radars, as well as associated spares. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed July 31, 2025. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,217,979,978. Fiscal 2020 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $2,034,480; fiscal 2021 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $2,034,480; and fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $84,172,990.00 are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity (FA8615-17-C-6047 P00067).
Sep 2022: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $26,448,240 firm-fixed-price modification (P00072) to previously awarded contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the exercise of an option to include 13 production radars. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed July 31, 2025. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,244,428,218. Fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $26,448,240 are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Nov 2022: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $99,365,970 firm-fixed-price modification (P00076) to previously awarded contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the exercise of options including 42 production radars, one initial spare kit, and two readiness spare kits. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed by July 31, 2025. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,346,043,651. Fiscal 2023 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $99,365,970 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity. (Awarded Nov. 18, 2022)
Nov 2022: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded an $99,365,970 firm-fixed-price modification (P00076) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the exercise of options to include 42 production radars, one initial spare kit, and two readiness spare kits. This modification does not involve Foreign Military Sales. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed July 31, 2025. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,346,043,651. Fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $93,738,340; and fiscal 2023 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $5,627,630 are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity. (Awarded Nov. 18, 2022)
Dec 2022: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, was awarded a $15,877,526 firm-fixed-price modification (P00080) to previously awarded FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the exercise of options to include production radars, an initial spare kit, antenna lifting fixtures, and polyalphaolefin pumps. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed July 31, 2025. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,361,921,177. Fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $7,739,606; and fiscal 2023 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $8,137,920 for a total of $15,877,526 are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Mar 2023: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded an $128,455,740.00 firm-fixed-price modification (P00083) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the exercise of options to include 48 radars, 4 initial spare kits, and 2 readiness spares kits. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed May 30, 2031. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,481,312,105. Fiscal 2021 procurement funds in the amount of $457,758.00; fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $55,146,210; and fiscal 2023 procurement funds in the amount of $72,851,772 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Apr 2023: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded an $28,662,064 cost-plus-fixed-fee modification (P00077) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for continued radar development. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $1,509,974,169. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed April 28, 2025. Fiscal 2022 research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $8,624,197, for a total of $1,445,401,537, are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Sep 2023: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Rolling Meadows, Illinois, has been awarded a $36,356,128 cost-plus-fixed-fee modification (P00092) to previously awarded contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for F-16 Integrated Viper Electronic Warfare Suite, electronic warfare radio frequency compatibility development and integration. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $1,548,247,613. Work will be performed at Rolling Meadows, Illinois, and is expected to be completed by March 30, 2025. Fiscal 2022 and 2023 research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $4,471,000 are being obligated at time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Mar 2024: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a firm-fixed-price modification (P00106) of $55,920,942 to previously awarded contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for F-16 aircraft radar systems. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed May 30, 2031. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,609,959,929. Fiscal 2023 Air Force aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $35,209,482; fiscal 2022 and 2023 National Guard and Reserve Equipment Activity funds in the amount of $14,498,022; and fiscal 2022, 2023, and 2024 Navy aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $6,213,438, for a total of $55,920,942, are being obligated at the time of award. The contracting activity is Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.
Sep 2024: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $16,740,876 firm-fixed-price modification (P00118) to a previously awarded contract (FA8615-17-C-6047) for active electronically scanned array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,633,087,075. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed May 30, 2031. Fiscal 2024 aircraft research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $16,740,876 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Sep 2024: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded an $10,668,931 firm-fixed-price modification (P00096) to a previously awarded contract (FA8615-17-C-6047) for active electronically scanned array radars of F-16 aircraft. The modification brings the total face value of the contract is $1,644,219,897. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed May 30, 2031. Fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $10,668,931 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Sep 2024: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $29,950,000 cost-plus-fixed-fee, firm-fixed-price modification (P00103) to previously awarded contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for active electronically scanned array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $1,674,169,897. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed May 30, 2031. Fiscal 2023 aircraft research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $7,794,677; fiscal 2023 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $21,879,678; and fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $275,645 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Nov 2025: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Rolling Meadows, Illinois, has been awarded a $9,356,035 modification (P00165) to previously awarded (FA8615-17-C-6047) for two additional flight test releases for the Integrated Viper Electronic Warfare Suite of the Air Force F-16 Aircraft. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $1,726,552,302 from $1,717,196,267. Work will be performed at Rolling Meadows, Illinois and is expected to be completed by March 31, 2026. Fiscal year 2025 Research and Development Funds in the amount of $999,793 are being obligated at time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio is the contracting activity. (Awarded Oct. 17, 2025)
Dec 2025: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $17,374,467 modification (P00104) to a previously awarded contract (FA8615-17-C-6047) for continued Active Electronically Scanned Array interim contractor support radar repair and return. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $1,743,926,769 from $1,726,552,302. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed Dec. 11, 2028. Fiscal 2026 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $507,609; fiscal 2025 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $10,458,000; and fiscal 2024 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $74,155, for a total of $11,039,764, are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Dec 2025: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $41,565,771 modification (P00149) to a previously awarded contract (FA8615-17-C-6047) for continued Active Electronically Scanned Array radar development. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $1,786,287,085 from $1,744,721,314. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed June 03, 2028. Fiscal 2026 research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $6,006,517; and fiscal 2025 research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $1,002,165, for a total of $7,008,682, are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Dec 2019: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $1,008,327,355 definitized modification (PZ0012) to previously awarded contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the definitization of all three programmatic phases to include development and production of up to 372 radars. Work will be performed at Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed by May 2027. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $291,167,746. Fiscal 2019 research and development funds in the amount of $679,659 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Fighter Bomber Directorate, F-16 Division, Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Feb 2020: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $262,281,057 firm-fixed price modification (P00027) to previously awarded contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the exercise of options to include 15 engineering, manufacturing and development and 90 production radars, as well as associated support equipment and spares. Work will be performed at Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed by Dec. 2022. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $553,448,803. Fiscal 2020 research and development funds in the amount of $34,182,567; fiscal 2018 procurement funds in the amount of $88,201,189; and fiscal 2020 procurement funds in the amount of $197,955,911 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Fighter Bomber Directorate, F-16 Division, Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Mar 2020: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $262,281,057 firm-fixed-price modification (P00027) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the exercise of options to include 15 engineering, manufacturing and development (EMD); and 90 production radars, as well as associated support equipment and spares. Work will be performed at Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed by December 2022. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $553,448,803. Fiscal 2020 research and development funds in the amount of $34,182,567; fiscal 2018 procurement funds in the amount of $88,201,189; and fiscal 2020 procurement funds in the amount of $197,955,911 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Fighter Bomber Directorate, F-16 Division, Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Jun 2020: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded an $18,733,197 firm-fixed-price, cost-plus-fixed-fee modification (P00026) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for active electronically scanned array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. The contract modification is for definitization of the radio frequency target generator, additional support equipment and software development to support Phase Two. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed by April 2023. Fiscal 2018 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $3,510,172; and fiscal 2020 research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $10,103,436 are being obligated at the time of award. Total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,027,044,025. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Jun 2020: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded an $18,733,197 firm-fixed-price, cost-plus-fixed-fee modification (P00026) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for active electronically scanned array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. The contract modification is for definitization of the Radio Frequency Target Generator, additional support equipment and software development to support Phase Two. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed by April 2023. Fiscal 2018 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $3,510,172; and fiscal 2020 research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $10,103,436 are being obligated at the time of award. Total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,027,044,025. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity. (Awarded June 18, 2020)
Mar 2021: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $259,591,988 firm-fixed-price modification (P00037) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the exercise of options to include 115 production radars, as well as associated spares. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed December 2023. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $840,077,231. Fiscal 2020 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $6,377,989; and fiscal 2021 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $253,213,999 are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Dec 2021: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $189,761,282 firm-fixed-price modification (P00049) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification exercises options to include 83 production radars, as well as associated spares. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed by Dec. 31, 2024. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,032,433,616. Fiscal 2021 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $67,964,526; and fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $121,796,756 are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity. (Awarded Dec. 16, 2021)
Mar 2022: CORRECTION: The announcement of a $91,277,706 modification (P00048) awarded March 9, 2022, to Northrop Grumman Corp., Rolling Meadows, Illinois, for electronic warfare radio frequency compatibility, incorrectly reported the contract number. The actual contract number is FA8615-17-C-6047.
Jul 2022: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $88,241,950 firm-fixed-price modification (P00067) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Air Force F-16 aircraft Active Electronically Scanned Array radars. This modification is for the exercise of options to include 31 production radars, as well as associated spares. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed July 31, 2025. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,217,979,978. Fiscal 2020 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $2,034,480; fiscal 2021 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $2,034,480; and fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $84,172,990.00 are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity (FA8615-17-C-6047 P00067).
Jul 2022: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $88,241,950 firm-fixed-price modification (P00067) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Air Force F-16 aircraft Active Electronically Scanned Array radars. This modification is for the exercise of options to include 31 production radars, as well as associated spares. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed July 31, 2025. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,217,979,978. Fiscal 2020 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $2,034,480; fiscal 2021 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $2,034,480; and fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $84,172,990.00 are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity (FA8615-17-C-6047 P00067).
Sep 2022: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $26,448,240 firm-fixed-price modification (P00072) to previously awarded contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the exercise of an option to include 13 production radars. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed July 31, 2025. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,244,428,218. Fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $26,448,240 are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Nov 2022: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $99,365,970 firm-fixed-price modification (P00076) to previously awarded contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the exercise of options including 42 production radars, one initial spare kit, and two readiness spare kits. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed by July 31, 2025. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,346,043,651. Fiscal 2023 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $99,365,970 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity. (Awarded Nov. 18, 2022)
Nov 2022: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded an $99,365,970 firm-fixed-price modification (P00076) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the exercise of options to include 42 production radars, one initial spare kit, and two readiness spare kits. This modification does not involve Foreign Military Sales. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed July 31, 2025. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,346,043,651. Fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $93,738,340; and fiscal 2023 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $5,627,630 are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity. (Awarded Nov. 18, 2022)
Dec 2022: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, was awarded a $15,877,526 firm-fixed-price modification (P00080) to previously awarded FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the exercise of options to include production radars, an initial spare kit, antenna lifting fixtures, and polyalphaolefin pumps. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed July 31, 2025. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,361,921,177. Fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $7,739,606; and fiscal 2023 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $8,137,920 for a total of $15,877,526 are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Mar 2023: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded an $128,455,740.00 firm-fixed-price modification (P00083) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for the exercise of options to include 48 radars, 4 initial spare kits, and 2 readiness spares kits. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed May 30, 2031. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,481,312,105. Fiscal 2021 procurement funds in the amount of $457,758.00; fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $55,146,210; and fiscal 2023 procurement funds in the amount of $72,851,772 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Apr 2023: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded an $28,662,064 cost-plus-fixed-fee modification (P00077) to contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for Active Electronically Scanned Array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. This modification is for continued radar development. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $1,509,974,169. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed April 28, 2025. Fiscal 2022 research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $8,624,197, for a total of $1,445,401,537, are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Sep 2023: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Rolling Meadows, Illinois, has been awarded a $36,356,128 cost-plus-fixed-fee modification (P00092) to previously awarded contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for F-16 Integrated Viper Electronic Warfare Suite, electronic warfare radio frequency compatibility development and integration. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $1,548,247,613. Work will be performed at Rolling Meadows, Illinois, and is expected to be completed by March 30, 2025. Fiscal 2022 and 2023 research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $4,471,000 are being obligated at time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Mar 2024: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a firm-fixed-price modification (P00106) of $55,920,942 to previously awarded contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for F-16 aircraft radar systems. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed May 30, 2031. The total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,609,959,929. Fiscal 2023 Air Force aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $35,209,482; fiscal 2022 and 2023 National Guard and Reserve Equipment Activity funds in the amount of $14,498,022; and fiscal 2022, 2023, and 2024 Navy aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $6,213,438, for a total of $55,920,942, are being obligated at the time of award. The contracting activity is Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.
Sep 2024: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $16,740,876 firm-fixed-price modification (P00118) to a previously awarded contract (FA8615-17-C-6047) for active electronically scanned array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract is $1,633,087,075. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed May 30, 2031. Fiscal 2024 aircraft research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $16,740,876 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Sep 2024: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded an $10,668,931 firm-fixed-price modification (P00096) to a previously awarded contract (FA8615-17-C-6047) for active electronically scanned array radars of F-16 aircraft. The modification brings the total face value of the contract is $1,644,219,897. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed May 30, 2031. Fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $10,668,931 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Sep 2024: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $29,950,000 cost-plus-fixed-fee, firm-fixed-price modification (P00103) to previously awarded contract FA8615-17-C-6047 for active electronically scanned array radars of Air Force F-16 aircraft. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $1,674,169,897. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed May 30, 2031. Fiscal 2023 aircraft research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $7,794,677; fiscal 2023 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $21,879,678; and fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $275,645 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Nov 2025: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Rolling Meadows, Illinois, has been awarded a $9,356,035 modification (P00165) to previously awarded (FA8615-17-C-6047) for two additional flight test releases for the Integrated Viper Electronic Warfare Suite of the Air Force F-16 Aircraft. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $1,726,552,302 from $1,717,196,267. Work will be performed at Rolling Meadows, Illinois and is expected to be completed by March 31, 2026. Fiscal year 2025 Research and Development Funds in the amount of $999,793 are being obligated at time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio is the contracting activity. (Awarded Oct. 17, 2025)
Dec 2025: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $17,374,467 modification (P00104) to a previously awarded contract (FA8615-17-C-6047) for continued Active Electronically Scanned Array interim contractor support radar repair and return. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $1,743,926,769 from $1,726,552,302. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed Dec. 11, 2028. Fiscal 2026 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $507,609; fiscal 2025 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $10,458,000; and fiscal 2024 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $74,155, for a total of $11,039,764, are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Dec 2025: Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Linthicum Heights, Maryland, has been awarded a $41,565,771 modification (P00149) to a previously awarded contract (FA8615-17-C-6047) for continued Active Electronically Scanned Array radar development. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $1,786,287,085 from $1,744,721,314. Work will be performed in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, and is expected to be completed June 03, 2028. Fiscal 2026 research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $6,006,517; and fiscal 2025 research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $1,002,165, for a total of $7,008,682, are being obligated at the time of award. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity.
Status
(Open)
Last Modified 11/12/25
Period of Performance
5/31/17
Start Date
7/31/28
Current End Date
7/31/31
Potential End Date
Obligations and Backlog
$1.7B
Total Obligated
$1.8B
Current Award
$2.4B
Potential Award
$75.3M
Funded Backlog
$657.7M
Total Backlog
Award Hierarchy
Definitive Contract
FA861517C6047
Subcontracts
Activity Timeline
Subcontract Awards
Disclosed subcontracts for FA861517C6047
Transaction History
Modifications to FA861517C6047
People
Suggested agency contacts for FA861517C6047
Competition
Number of Bidders
1
Solicitation Procedures
Sole Source
Other Than Full and Open Competition
Only One Source - Other
Evaluated Preference
None
Commercial Item Acquisition
Commercial Item Procedures Not Used
Simplified Procedures for Commercial Items
No
Other Categorizations
Subcontracting Plan
DOD Comprehensive Subcontract Plan
Cost Accounting Standards
Yes
Business Size Determination
Large Business
Defense Program
None
DoD Claimant Code
Airframes And Spares
IT Commercial Item Category
Not Applicable
Awardee UEI
H9M6J1PND9M3
Awardee CAGE
15055
Agency Detail
Awarding Office
FA8615 FA8615 AFLCMC WAMK F16
Funding Office
F4FDAR
Created By
usercw@sa5700.fa8602
Last Modified By
usercw@sa5700.fa8602
Approved By
usercw@sa5700.fa8602
Legislative
Legislative Mandates
Materials, Supplies, Articles & Equipment
Performance District
MD-03
Senators
Benjamin Cardin
Chris Van Hollen
Chris Van Hollen
Representative
John Sarbanes
Budget Funding
| Federal Account | Budget Subfunction | Object Class | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft Procurement, Air Force (057-3010) | Department of Defense-Military | Equipment (31.0) | $107,858,848 | 118% |
Modified: 11/12/25