Merlin operating system software upgrades and maintenance, and repair or replacement of any failed parts or components IAW PWS dated 21 january 2025.
Active Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- FA462526C0005
- Awardee
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Detect Inc. UEI LKJEXKMNX1K3
- Awarding agency
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Global Strike Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $35,500
Award facts
- Opportunity
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- FY26 Merlin Bird Bash Pre-Solicitation · FA462526Q1002 · Posted Sep 8, 2025
- Contract value 19% obligated
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- $35,500.00 Current, with exercised options
- $186,500.00 Potential, with all options
- Completion date 20% complete
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- Current, with exercised options
- Potential, with all options
- Contracting staff
- Funding agency
- Air Combat Command Air Force, Department of Defense
- NAICS code
- 811210 Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Not Competed · 1 offer Only One Source
- Pricing
- Firm Fixed Price
- Place of performance
- Whiteman AFB, MO 65305, USA
- Legislative mandates
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- Service Contract Act FAR subpart 22.10
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Original award | $5,917 |
About this award
The U.S. Air Force's Air Combat Command has awarded Detect Inc. a $186.5K firm fixed-price contract for MERLIN Operating System Software Upgrades and Maintenance, along with repair or replacement of failed parts and components at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri. The contract runs through October 26, 2030, with an award date of October 27, 2025. This non-set-aside definitive contract supports critical bird avoidance radar system operations and maintenance at the strategic bomber base, which houses the 509th Bomb Wing operating B-2 Spirit stealth bombers. Detect Inc., a small business manufacturer of advanced radar and remote sensing technologies based in Panama City, Florida, specializes in aviation safety solutions and has secured approximately $14.8M in prime federal contract awards across multiple defense agencies.
The contract deliverables stem from a pre-solicitation market research notice issued in September 2025 seeking comprehensive maintenance support including preventive maintenance, 24/7 technical support, remote system monitoring, software upgrades, and component repair or replacement services. Contractor personnel must be U.S. citizens certified to work on the MERLIN system while adhering to strict operational security guidelines. The originating opportunity referenced a five-year potential contract period (April 2025 through March 2031 with option years) classified under NAICS Code 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance). Detect Inc.'s extensive portfolio of similar Air Force maintenance contracts demonstrates established capability and expertise in supporting critical radar systems across multiple installations.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract FA462526C0005?
FA462526C0005 was awarded to Detect Inc. by Global Strike Command (Air Force) on October 27, 2025.
How much is contract FA462526C0005 worth?
The government has obligated $35,500 on FA462526C0005. Its potential value, with all options, is $186,500.
Which agency awarded contract FA462526C0005?
Global Strike Command (Air Force) awarded FA462526C0005, with funding from Air Combat Command (Air Force).
Was contract FA462526C0005 competed?
The extent of competition for FA462526C0005 was not competed. The government received 1 offer.
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