FY2025 - Max-Air Brand Name Justification_redacted_Redacted.pdf

This Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) document details the Air Force's requirement to purchase 8 MaxAir 90 B-F compressors from Duchesne, Inc. for the Advanced Atmospheric Research Equipment (AARE) suite, supporting the nuclear treaty monitoring mission. The compressors are part of a specific equipment configuration for converting U-1A foil to U-1C foil on KC-135 aircraft, with a tight physical space envelope that limits alternative options.

The document justifies the single-source procurement by highlighting Duchesne's unique technical capabilities, including close collaboration with L3 aircraft integration specialists and specific configuration expertise for the AARE platform. The compressor assemblies, which include a GFE motor on a custom-built skid, are the only airworthy compressors approved by the AARE Configuration Control board for this mission-critical application. The estimated contract is associated with the Technical Applications Program (TAP) at AFLCMC/HNCKJ, with a contracting officer determination date of 19-May-2025, indicating ongoing research to potentially identify future alternative compressor sources.