Redbird SIM Upgrade_Single Source Justification_CO signed__Redacted.pdf

This single source justification document proposes a sole source award for the Redbird Aircrew Training Device SIM Upgrade solicitation issued by the Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Air Force Sustainment Center. The justification cites that the incumbent contractor, Lockheed Martin, is the original equipment manufacturer of the Redbird SIM systems and training devices, with specialized expertise and proprietary information required to perform the upgrade. Maintaining contractor consistency is deemed critical to minimize risks to the training schedule and ensure hardware and software compatibility. The proposed sole source award would be made to Lockheed Martin for the full scope of work under solicitation number F3YTAS3178AW01, with an estimated value of $9.5 million to be completed by September 2023.