MaxSim Trainer Justification.pdf

This document is a Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) for the 352nd Special Warfare Training Squadron (SWTS) to purchase one Adacel MaxSim Lab Student Trainer for Air Traffic Control Training at Pope Air Force Base. The procurement is for a supplement to existing Adacel Tower Simulation System (TSS) infrastructure, with a total estimated contract cost redacted.

The justification highlights that Adacel MaxSim Trainers are the only compatible solution due to significant existing investments in Adacel TSS systems, valued over $52 million. Key reasons for single-source selection include compatibility with current systems, proprietary training scenario technologies, and the substantial costs and disruption of switching vendors. An Intent to Sole Source was posted for seven business days, with UFA, Inc. determined not to be a suitable alternative. The contracting activity will continue reviewing ATC simulation systems for potential future competitive options, with the contract signed by the Contracting Officer on 12-May-2025.