SSJ-ABMS Upgrade_Redacted.pdf

This is a Department of the Air Force Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI), prepared by the AFTC/PZIOB Support Services Branch.

The document justifies a single-source Purchase Order award to Marvel Aero International LLC for an Aircraft Battery Management System (ABMS) upgrade in support of the 412th MXS/MXMAE. The estimated contract value is $161,548.00, funded through FY26 3600 funds via PR F1S1AB6191A101, with a Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order contract type. The acquisition will upgrade the existing legacy four-station ABMS to a six-station ABMS-10X configuration to meet customer needs and cyber security requirements. The deliverables include the ABMS-10X controller with Windows 11 Pro Operating System, Christie Charger RF80-M models (quantity 6), AB3K-M Interface boards (quantity 6), MA3000TS Temp Plates (quantity 2), MA24DX Cell Clip modules (quantity 2), various cables and connectors, battery hoods, cell reversal modules, freight, and set-up and technician training with certifying documentation.

The justification cites 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as statutory authority, asserting that Marvel Aero International, Inc. is the only responsible source capable of satisfying the requirement due to proprietary software and hardware integration, patented ReFLEX charging technology, warranty and certification concerns, and the lack of authorized third-party integrators. Market research included targeted database searches (SAM.gov, SBA DSBS), review of Federal Procurement Data System historical acquisitions, vendor outreach confirming Marvel Aero as the sole authorized distributor, and a presolicitation notice posted to SAM.gov for 15 days that yielded zero competitive responses. The requiring activity commits to monitor the commercial aviation Ground Support Equipment market for potential competitive alternatives at future contract renewals to overcome barriers to competition.