JnA Above SAT Pt12-306 RQS Mesh Kit (WARLOCK Architecture) Final.pdf

This is a Department of the Air Force Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition document supporting a sole-source acquisition valued under $10 million. The acquisition is for the WARLOCK Communications Architecture to be awarded to WepTac A.G. in support of the 306th Rescue Squadron (RQS). The contracting officer is Zachary M. Goit (GS-14, DAF), and the document is dated August 20, 2026.

The requirement consists of an integrated communications capability including directional communications systems, persistent relay communications systems, cross-network bridging capability, electromagnetic situational awareness equipment, supporting communications equipment, integration support, and operator training. The WARLOCK architecture is composed of three primary capability sets: directional high-gain communications for long-range point-to-point communications, extended-range omnidirectional relay capability for persistent unmanned operations, and multi-network bridging capability to integrate TrellisWare and Silvus communications networks into a unified architecture. Market research determined that WepTac A.G. is the only responsible source capable of providing the integrated communications architecture with required interoperability capabilities and field-deployable package design. The Government justified the sole-source approach under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), determining that only one responsible source can satisfy agency requirements due to the architecture's integrated design, operational maturity, and ability to support Guardian Angel operations while meeting strict time constraints for mission preparation activities. The Government commits to continued market research for future acquisitions to identify alternative responsible sources capable of providing equivalent operational capabilities.