Overhaul and repair of rotary couplers for use in multiple radar systems
Active Indefinite Delivery Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 6973GH26D00005
- Awardee
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Frontgrade Technologies Inc. UEI VNP2L293JWL6
- Awarding agency
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Franchise Acquisition Servies
Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation
- Task orders
- 5 $297,677 obligated
Award facts
- Opportunity
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- MARKET SURVEY: Overhaul and repair of Rotary Couplers Pre-Solicitation · 6973GH25R00026 · Posted Oct 21, 2024
- Combined order value
- $297,677 Current and potential, with all options
- Last date to order 47% complete
- IDV ceiling 14% used
- $2,153,169.00
- Award type
- Multiple award
- Who can order
- Only the awarding agency
- Contracting staff
- Funding agency
- Headquarters Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation
- NAICS code
- 811210 Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition · 3 offers Negotiated Proposal / Quote
- Pricing
- Firm Fixed Price
- Legislative mandates
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- Walsh-Healey Public Contracts Act FAR subpart 22.6
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
About this IDV
The Federal Aviation Administration awarded a multiple-award indefinite delivery contract to Frontgrade Technologies Inc. for $2,153,169 on November 5, 2025, to overhaul and repair rotary couplers used across multiple National Airspace System radar systems, with an ultimate completion date of November 9, 2027.
The originating solicitation, posted October 21, 2024, sought vendors capable of repairing rotary couplers supporting Terminal Doppler Weather Radar, Airport Surface Detection Equipment-3, Airport Surveillance Radar-9, Mode-S Broadcast-Only Standard, NAS ASR-11, Air Route Surveillance Radar-1 and -2, and Frequency Patrol System equipment. Vendors were required to demonstrate NIST-traceable test equipment capability, parts sourcing, capacity to meet 180-day turnaround timelines, and ability to provide five-year warranties on repaired units. First article testing is required for vendors other than the original equipment manufacturer, Cobham Defense Electronic Systems. NAICS 811210 applies, with a $34.0 million size standard. The FAA structured this as a multiple-award contract with a one-year base period and four one-year option periods.
Work is performed at Frontgrade's facility in Exeter, New Hampshire. The contract carries no set-aside restriction.
Since award, the FAA has issued four delivery orders under this IDIQ. The most recent, issued May 21, 2026, for $15,264 with completion by September 21, 2026, addresses assets in support of the National Airspace System. Prior orders include a $134,838 delivery order issued March 9, 2026, with completion targeted for July 30, 2027; a $54,559 delivery order issued February 4, 2026, completing October 30, 2026; and a $73,315 delivery order issued December 18, 2025, completing September 30, 2026. All delivery orders are firm fixed price.
Task orders
| Task order | Ordering agency | Obligated | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assets in support of the NAS | Franchise Acquisition Servies (FAA) | $19,701 | |
| Assets in support of the NAS | Franchise Acquisition Servies (FAA) | $15,264 | |
| Assets in support of the NAS | Franchise Acquisition Servies (FAA) | $134,838 | |
| Assets in support of the NAS | Franchise Acquisition Servies (FAA) | $54,559 | |
| Assets in support of the NAS | Franchise Acquisition Servies (FAA) | $73,315 |
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Exercise an Option | $0 | |
| Change Order | $0 | |
| Change Order | $0 | |
| Original award | $0 |
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 6973GH26D00005?
6973GH26D00005 was awarded to Frontgrade Technologies Inc. by Franchise Acquisition Servies (Federal Aviation Administration) on November 5, 2025.
How much is contract 6973GH26D00005 worth?
Orders under 6973GH26D00005 have obligated $297,677. 6973GH26D00005's own ceiling is $2,153,169.
How many orders have been placed under contract 6973GH26D00005?
5 orders have been placed under 6973GH26D00005, the latest on August 19, 2026.
Which agency awarded contract 6973GH26D00005?
Franchise Acquisition Servies (Federal Aviation Administration) awarded 6973GH26D00005, with funding from Headquarters (Federal Aviation Administration).
Who can order from contract 6973GH26D00005?
6973GH26D00005 is a multiple award indefinite delivery contract. Only the awarding agency can place orders on it.
Was contract 6973GH26D00005 competed?
The extent of competition for 6973GH26D00005 was full and open competition. The government received 3 offers.
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