411 FLTS single_source_justification copy_Redacted.pdf

This Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) document covers the 411 FLTS Annual Maintenance for the F-22 Simulation Lab by Aechelon Technology Inc. The contract includes two primary line items: CLIN0001 for Cyber Agreement (Edwards Lab) 2025 involving quarterly IA updates for Aechelon Nucleus hardware versions, and CLIN0002 for Systems Engineering Support involving five days of on-site support at Nellis AFB. The total estimated contract cost is $45,675.38, with a performance period from 07/19/2025 to 12/31/2025.

The justification for sole source procurement centers on Aechelon Technology being the exclusive provider of Image Generation systems for F-22 aircraft simulation, with unique proprietary capabilities critical to developmental and operational testing. The vendor was awarded the original contract in May 2021 and possesses specialized expertise in cybersecurity updates, NIST compliance, and hardware version management. The 445th TS/EWJN will continue seeking competitive solutions in future acquisitions, and market research will ongoing to identify potential alternative sources for Aechelon-SIL Annual Maintenance.