F3GHDA6135AG01 - SSJ_Redacted.pdf

This is a Single Source Justification document for a simplified acquisition by the 99th Contracting Squadron. The United States Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron (USAFADS) requires the purchase and delivery of 20 Blue Anti-G Suits (Part Number AT22-09-TB) and 1 Midnight Navy Material, estimated at a total contract cost of $185,122.09. The supplies are intended for use by USAF Thunderbirds Pilots.

Vinyl Technologies has been identified as the sole source manufacturer and distributor capable of fulfilling this requirement. The justification cites proprietary materials, stitching techniques, dye processes, and construction templates that meet both safety and visual specifications required for the Thunderbirds' blue variant G-suits. Standard-issue G-suits from Air Force supply channels cannot be used because the Air Force does not stock or manufacture the Thunderbird-specific blue variant. The contracting officer determined that procuring from an alternative source would require redesign and certification of a new suit, creating unacceptable delays during the training season and increasing risk of G-induced Loss of Consciousness due to untested performance characteristics. Market research identified only one business capable of fulfilling the requirement, with a prior similar award to Vinyl Technology, Inc. in FY23 (FA486123P0172) also made on a sole source basis. The contracting officer's determination was signed by Amal Djezzar, SrA, USAF, on June 24, 2026.