IMD - Aircraft Arresting Systems 4-28-2029.pdf

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Sole Source Authorization - SSA - New

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Form ID 16581

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Requestor Information

Agency Name* Idaho Military Division

Agency Acronym*

IMD

Requestor Name* Jackson Gray

Phone* 208-801-4250

E-mail* jgray@imd.idaho.gov

Property Being Purchased:* BAK-12, and BAK- 14H Aircraft Arresting Systems

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Type of Exemption Check all that apply

Type of Exemption*

A solicitation has been completed and my Agency wishes to award contracts to multiple vendors for the same or smilar property (Multiple Award Authorization)

My Agency wishes to administer or award a solicitation at a dollar amount above its normal Delegated Purchasing Authority (Limited/One-Time DPA)

The property required is available on one or more open contracts, but my Agency wishes to purchase from a different vendor. (Note: if total value is over $10,000, Agency must also check the box for exemption from competition if requesting to pruchase from a specific vendor). (Utilization of Open Contract).

A solicitation is being developed (by my Agency under its DPA or in conjunction with DOP) and my Agency wishes to limit responses to a specific manufacturer/brand name (I.e. no substitutions). (Note: this option assumes that multiple vendors can offer the identified brand name; otherwise, select the option for exemption from competition to request a Sole Source Authorization (Brand Name Only)

A solicitation has been completed and there is a need to negotiate with one or more vendors. (Authorization to Negotiate)

My Agency is seeking to purchase directly from an identified vendor without completing a solicitation OR wishes to perform a level of competition that is less formal than would typically be required. (Various exemptions-additional questions to follow) mailto:jgray@imd.idaho.gov

Additional Questions*

There is an immediate threat to public health, safety, or welfare (Emergency Purchase Authorization)

The required property can only be procured from a single supplier (sole manufacturer and distributor) (Sole Source Authorization)

There is an existing Policy Directive on the DOP website which requires authorization to be utilized (Utilization of Policy Directive)

It would be impractical, unreasonable, or disadvantageous to complete the required competitive process under the circumstances (One Time Exemption).

Sole Source Authorization

IDAPA 38.05.01.042.02 provides that sole source purchase shall be used only if a requirement is reasonably available from a single supplier.

Fiscal Year*

Type of Request*

New

Renew (Agency wishes to extend an existing sole source authorization)

Amend (Check this box to request a change to the goods/services, term or other conditions of the

SSA)

Both Renew and Amend

New

Name of Requested Vendor* "Curtiss-Wright Arresting Systems": Safran Aerosystems Arresting, now operating under Curtiss-Wright Flow Control Service LLC, doing business as Curtiss-Wright Arresting Systems, following its acquisition in 2022

Desired Term in Years*

Anticipated Total Cost (for full desired term):

$5,000,000.00

Do you anticipate the need for renewals?

Yes No

Property* Describe the property you are seeking

BAK-12 (core energy-absorbing component) paired with BAK-14/BAK-14M (retractable hook cable support system for joint-use runways, allowing the cable to be raised for hook-equipped aircraft like the F-16 and lowered for non-hook civil traffic).

Four (4) BAK-12 Energy Absorbers, driven by diesel, capable of being installed in underground pit

• Meet all requirements defined in TO 35E8-2-5-1 (dated 1 Feb 2024)

• Maximum Energy Absorption Capacity = 170 MJ

• Maximum Engagement Speed = 190 kts

• Maximum Runout Distance = 1200 ft

• Minimum Runout Distance = 1200 ft

• Maximum Engagements per Hour = 20

• Units shall be NEW, not REFURBISHED

• Made in USA

Two (2) BAK-14, Type H, Retractable Hook Cable System for 150 ft Runway,

• Meet all requirements defined in TO 35E8-2-8-12

• Works with Energy Absorbers in CLIN 1

• Retracts into runway surface within 1.6 seconds

• Raises above runway surface within 1.75 seconds

• Operating temperature of -40F to 158F https://adminrules.idaho.gov/rules/current/38/380501.pdf

• Mechanical block and pulley system

• Hydraulic power unit

• Water evacuation with submersible pump

• Includes heaters to ensure system operates during cold weather

• Consists of multiple precast concrete blocks capable of being set within channel across runway

• Cover plate made of steel

• Operates with electrical power, 208V, 3 phase, 50/60 hz

• In event of power outage, unit fails in same position as previously used in. Provide manual hydraulic pump for changing position.

• Capable of being controlled via electronic control system

• Made in USA or NATO ally country

Justification* Check all that apply

Sole source provider of a licensed or patented good or service

Sole manufacturer AND distributor

Sole provider of factory-authorized/warranty service

Sole provider of items that are compatible with existing equipment, systems, programs, etc.

Other

Business Need* Describe the Agency's business need for the requested property

The United States Air Force (USAF) will be stationing the F-16 on Gowen Field in the next two years. The Idaho Air National Guard (IDANG) has informed me that they intend to procure an F-16 Aircraft Arresting System for the Boise Airport runway in preparation for the arrival of the aircraft.

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Description* Describe what makes the identified property unique. Why is it the only property that could meet your business need?

Production of these systems is highly specialized and must meet strict USAF standards, which limits the number of active qualified manufacturers.

Alternatives* Describe the research you conducted to identify other potential property/sources. What potential alternatives did you find and why will they not meet the Agency's business needs?

ATECH Inc. is a U.S.-based company that designs and manufactures complete BAK-12 and BAK-14U systems (their retractable hook cable variant), along with spares, retrofits, and training. They support F-16 operations and serve both the Department of Defense and international customers. Production is highly specialized and tied to USAF standards, so the number of active manufacturers remains limited to these two.

Production of these systems is highly specialized and must meet strict USAF standards, which limits the number of active qualified manufacturers. Currently, Curtiss-Wright Arresting Systems is the only tested and approved source of the BAK-12 system for the USAF. Any others have not been tested/approved by the AAS Program Office. AAS are required to complete First Article Testing (FAT) and perform dead load testing in accordance with MIL-STD-3035 & MIL-STD-3036.

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Notes The Air National Guard has informed us that they intend to procure an F-16 Aircraft Arresting System for the Boise Airport runway, with an estimated value of $2.392 million. Due to time constraints, they have determined that establishing a new Military Construction Cooperative Agreement (MCCA) memorandum with the Boise Airport is not feasible. Instead, they plan to modify our existing cooperative agreement with the federal government to execute the procurement through our office.

The Air National Guard has specifically requested to use Curtiss-Wright Arresting Systems / ESCO as the vendor. Based on available information, there are two U.S.-based manufacturers capable of supplying complete F-16-compatible aircraft arresting systems (BAK-12 and BAK-14/BAK- 14M), but Curtiss-Wright is the only one Tested and approved by the USAF FAT and in accordance with MIL-STD-3035 & MIL-STD-3036.

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Approved AAS Sources Memo.pdf 225.24KB

CRFI Rep Mo Brooks Q and A - USAF.pdf 112.57KB

BAK-14 HSRO Source Approval Letter_2-5-26.pdf 158.77KB

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Agency Certification*

By submitting this form, I certify that the information provided above is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge, supports the requirement for a sole source procurement, and is in the best interest of the State.

Signature* Date Submitted* 2026-04-28

Approval - SSA

Administrator Intends to approve*

Yes No

(Pending legal notice and appeal period)

Optional Posting?* This exemption will be sent for posting before final approval.

Yes No

Notes Public View

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DOP Signature*

DOP Printed Name* Mike Gwinn

DOP Title* Deputy Administrator

Date Time 2026-04-28