Summary: Determination & Findings for Single Source Acquisition

This is a Determination & Findings (D&F) document authorizing a single source acquisition for ASti Software and AI Maintenance Subscription services. The 445th Test Squadron (EWJ) and AFTC/PZZG require renewal of the Telestra Systems Software and AI Maintenance subscription previously purchased in 2023 under contract FA9302-23-C0006. The acquisition covers five systems: two development platforms (Serial Numbers 61235 and 61249) and three operational systems (Serial Numbers 56696, 56697, and 54041) currently maintained under Purchase Order PO-098751.

The contracting action is justified under RFO 12.102(a) (Commercial Products and Services), as only one source is reasonably available. Advanced Simulation Technology, Inc. (ASti) is the sole manufacturer and provider of Telestra Systems, which are currently deployed across the Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) integration lab. The government determined that sole source procurement is warranted because ASti retains full copyright and intellectual property rights to all Telestra hardware, software, and documentation; no data rights currently exist for alternative vendors; and discontinuing the current system would create unnecessary downtime for mission-critical testing. ASti confirmed the sole source status via email on July 16, 2026. The acquisition was approved by Anne Beach, Contracting Officer, on July 20, 2026.