DandF Below SAT_Part 12_Redacted.pdf

This is a Determination & Findings (D&F) document justifying a single-source procurement from Harris Aerial for integrated sensor payloads, power systems, and engineering/certification services supporting the Harris Aerial HX8 unmanned aircraft fleet.

The acquisition comprises three contract line items (CLINs): CLIN 0001 for visual payload, power systems, and shipping (Sony ILX-LR1 61MP DSLR camera with Gremsy Pixy LR gimbal, AirPixel integration, four Tattu Plus 16,000 mAh 12S1P smart battery packs, and two transport cases); CLIN 0002 for thermal/RGB payload (Workswell WIRIS Enterprise SC Thermal/RGB Camera System and Gremsy Pixy WE gimbal with proprietary mounting and control integration); and CLIN 0003 for engineering services and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) assessment reimbursement required for Blue UAS certification of the HX8, C-NAVIGATOR GCS, and GS7 GCS. The procurement is being conducted by HQ AFRC/PKA.

The justification for sole-source award to Harris Aerial is based on proprietary system integration requirements, exclusive interoperability with government-owned Harris Aerial ground control stations, equipment compatibility and technical risk considerations associated with specialized power systems engineered for the HX8 platform, and Harris Aerial's exclusive capability to facilitate mandatory DCMA cybersecurity certification and supply chain audits. Market research confirms that while individual components are commercially available, only Harris Aerial possesses the proprietary data, platform architecture, and OEM status required for seamless HX8 ecosystem integration and Blue UAS certification compliance. The authority cited is RFO 8.401 and GSAR 538.7104-3(a) for FSS Orders, RFO 11.204(a)(2)(ii) for brand name justification, RFO 12.102(a) for commercial products, and RFO 13.101(b) for noncommercial products. The contracting officer signed the determination on 26 May 2026.