SSJ CAPRE NIM 1_Redacted.pdf

This is a Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) document for a federal contract opportunity. The project involves the Common Aircraft Portable Reprogramming Equipment (CAPRE) Secure Memory Load Verifier (SLMV), requiring a qualified vendor to perform Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) testing services on a new Network Interface Module (NIM). The specific requirement is to conduct a full EMI test on a production-representative NIM unit with an updated circuit board layout, with test results used to certify the final production design for fielding.

The acquisition is restricted to a single source—Engineered Test Systems (ETS)—based on the justification that ETS possesses unique capabilities and specialized experience essential for successful and timely execution. ETS's unique qualifications include in-depth knowledge developed during initial EMI qualification testing on the original NIM design, continuity of established testing methodology and validated test plans to ensure data integrity and comparable results, and their ability to mitigate schedule risk given the CAPRE SLMV program's critical obligation to deliver units by the end of FY26. The document emphasizes that engaging any other contractor would require developing a new test plan, creating unacceptable delays and introducing substantial technical and schedule risk to this mission-critical program. ETS is identified as the only contractor capable of meeting the required completion date of Q3 FY26 while maintaining the necessary technical standards.