DF Below SAT Redacted.pdf

This is a Determination & Findings (D&F) document authorizing a single source procurement by the Air Force Technical Services Center (AFTC) and the Phoenix Directorate of Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (PZ/IOAD).

The procurement covers the fabrication and assembly of protective components for the 33rd Fighter Wing's DART (Disruptive Electronic Warfare) threat emitter system to provide weather protection. The sole source justification is based on RFO 12.102(a) (Commercial Products and Services), citing that only one source is available. Disruptive Electronic Warfare Machines is identified as the sole source capable of fulfilling the requirement due to their proprietary technical expertise required for modifications and integration of the DART Threat Emitter System. The work includes fabricating and assembling a specialized weatherization kit, necessary hardware and software updates, shipping, and technical expertise to prepare the system for permanent range fielding and future integration into the Live Mission Operations Center (LMOC). The document notes that the current DART emitter lacks weather resistance and must be transported to and from the range for each use, resulting in underutilization and significant ongoing setup, operation, and teardown costs. The proposed solution will enable remote operation with minimal notice and provide F-35 units at Eglin Air Force Base with critical training capability. The determination was signed by Erik W. Owens, Contracting Officer (NH-03), on September 2, 2026, and is classified as Controlled Unclassified Information.