VAPS Software Renewal

The Navy’s Naval Air Warfare Center, Weapons Division at China Lake is issuing a Notice of Intent to award a firm‑fixed‑price sole‑source contract for the renewal of its VAPS software. The only authorized OEM, PACE American Inc., will be the contractor. Interested parties may submit a capability statement by the specified deadline, but no competitive solicitation will be issued. This opportunity is essentially a “right‑of‑first‑refusal” for the existing vendor, with a focus on maintaining existing software functionality and support. • Sole‑source award to PACE American Inc.; no competitive bidding. • Requirement: renewal/maintenance of VAPS software (likely software licensing, updates, and support). • Submission: capability statement due 9/1/2026 09:00 A.M. PST via email to the Navy contact. • Mandatory SAM registration and DLIS certification for handling CUI. • No explicit contract value, period, or award date disclosed.