Sole Source Justification Letter - SMASH 3000 (2000LE) Approved.pdf
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This is a Sole Source Justification Letter dated April 16, 2026, from the Department of the Air Force Air Education and Training Command regarding the acquisition of advanced fire control weapon sights for the 82nd Security Forces Squadron.
The 82nd Security Forces Squadron seeks to acquire six (6) Smart Shooter SMASH 3000 Advanced Fire Control weapon sights to enhance installation security against diverse threats and provide kinetic engagement options. Smart Shooter Ltd. is identified as the exclusive manufacturer and sole-source provider of this system. The justification notes that while numerous fire control systems exist for specialized applications such as long-range targeting or fixed platforms, the SMASH 3000 is uniquely versatile and represents the most effective option for addressing varied threats at a continental United States (CONUS) installation. The document indicates that AETC funding may be available for the purchase. The justification acknowledges that Smart Shooter Ltd. remains the manufacturer and sole provider of the system of interest, with no statement provided regarding future actions to remove barriers to competition for subsequent acquisitions. The document was approved by Contracting Officer Kimberly L. Rico and subsequently approved by Section Chief Kyle J. Contreras on June 18, 2026.
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DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE
AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND
1 2026
MEMORANDUM FOR 82 CONS
FROM: 82 SFS/DD
SUBJECT: Justification
Description of the Supplies/Services: To enhance the security of the installation against a wide range of threats, the 82nd Security Forces Squadron is acquiring six (6) Smart hooter SMASH 3000 Advanced Fire Control weapon sights to provide a kinetic option for engaging a wide range of threats.
Efforts to Obtain Competition: The system is manufactured and sold exclusively by Smart Shooter Ltd., making them the sole-source provider.
Market Research: While many fire control systems are specialized for niche roles like long-range targeting or fixed platforms, the SMASH 3000 is uniquely versatile, making it the most effective option for addressing the diverse threats to a CONUS installation.
Other Factors: AETC funding may be available for the purchase.
A Statement of the Actions, If Any, The Agency May Take To Remove Or Overcome Any Barriers To Competition Before Making Subsequent Acquisitions For The Supplies Or Services Required:
Smart Shooter Ltd. is the manufacturer and sole provider of the system we are interested in.
TERRY L. ARD, GS-12, DAF
Deputy Director, 82d Security Forces Squadron
1st Ind, 82 CONS/PKAA
The above justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.
KIMBERLY L. RICO
Contracting Officer
2d Ind, 82 CONS/PKAA
Approved/Disapproved
KYLE J. CONTRERAS
Section Chief
1558292977C Cross-Out
| 2026-06-18T07:31:21-0500 | |
| CONTRERAS.KYLE.J.1558292977 |
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