SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION - HELITUNE Final signed_Redacted.pdf

This is a Memorandum for Record justifying limiting competition below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold for a sole source contract to Helitune, Inc. The requirement is for annual systems calibration, testing, inspection, and repair services with parts/components replacement support for the Helitune WhirlTrak System located at Corpus Christi Army Depot's (CCAD) Whirl Tower #1 and Whirl Tower #2, which supports blade balance operations for helicopter rotor blade production and repair.

The contract will be a firm-fixed-price purchase order using FY2025 Army Working Capital Funds for a base period plus two years. Helitune Inc., located in Elk Grove Village, IL, is justified as the sole source provider as they hold all proprietary rights and are the only source capable of maintaining the equipment to OEM specifications. The market research shows multiple previous sole source contracts awarded to Helitune for this service, including contract W912NW-21-P-0011 valued at $7,500,000 for Whirl Tower #1 during 2020-2022. The justification will be published on SAM.gov with the solicitation in accordance with FAR Part 13 requirements.