Barrier Maintenance Training Single Source Justification

The Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command has filed a Single Source Justification for a specialized training contract related to Barrier Maintenance Training. This Special Notice, posted on February 10, 2026, indicates that the Air Force has determined only one contractor is reasonably available to provide the required services. The contracting officer, SrA Pedro Herrera, approved the justification under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) on February 10, 2026. The opportunity is classified under NAICS 611430 (Professional and Management Development Training) and PSC N069 (Installation of Equipment—Training Aids and Devices). Interested parties should note the February 25, 2026 due date for submissions.

The purpose of this procurement is to obtain hands-on training from Global Data Specialist for Barrier Maintenance and Airfield Management operations, including instruction on "Bug Out" procedures for Air Traffic Controllers and Tower personnel, as well as troubleshooting of sensors and equipment communication devices. Global Data Specialist has been identified as the sole source because it is the Original Equipment Manufacturer and sole designer of the custom BAK-14/PAACS Aircraft Arresting System installed at the Air Force facility, possessing exclusive design and engineering data, proprietary knowledge, and certified expert personnel necessary for accurate training delivery. The training will be conducted by the lead technician who performed the initial system installation, ensuring instruction tailored to the government's specific configuration and operational requirements. The Air Force determined that competing sources would introduce unacceptable safety risks to personnel and mission-critical equipment. Contractors should be aware that the single-source determination reflects the specialized and safety-critical nature of this training requirement, with recommendations for future procurements to include comprehensive life-cycle training packages.