The multi-year agreement, with an anticipated start date in
the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2027, will have a five-year ordering period
and will primarily be performed at Textron's facilities in Wichita, Kan.
This significant contract, managed by NAVAIR's Tactical
Airlift Program Office (PMA-207), encompasses not only the production of the
aircraft but also non-recurring engineering, engineering change proposals, and
initial spares necessary for sustaining the UC-12W fleet. The UC-12W is a commercial
cargo/passenger transport aircraft, serving as a specialized variant of the
widely recognized Beechcraft King Air 350.
The decision to award the contract on a sole-source basis
stems from Textron Aviation's unique position as the original designer,
developer, and manufacturer of the UC-12W aircraft. According to NAVAIR,
Textron is the only entity possessing the requisite knowledge, experience, and
technical data to fulfill the government's requirements.
Beechcraft King Air
The Beechcraft King Air series aircraft boasts a long and
distinguished history in both civilian and military aviation worldwide. Since
its introduction in the mid-1960s, the King Air has become one of the most
successful turboprop aircraft ever produced, renowned for its versatility,
reliability, and operational efficiency across a diverse range of missions,
including transport, reconnaissance, and training.
Subcontracting Opportunities
While NAVAIR's announcement emphasizes the sole-source
nature of this procurement, the agency has noted that interested parties are
welcome to identify their interest and capability to respond to the
requirement. However, the government does not currently intend to fund the
development or qualification of other sources.
“Questions concerning subcontracting opportunities should be
directed to Textron,” the Navy said in the announcement.
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