Notice of Intent to Sole Source ADLConnect

The Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Sigonella, Contracting Office Detachment Naples, has issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole source contract to Golze Engineering for satellite communication services supporting military operations. The contract will be awarded on an "other than full and open competition" basis as a Firm Fixed Price agreement for three distinct items necessary to provide global connectivity, voice calling, and text messaging solutions for Electronic Kneeboards (EKB). These services will also provide GPS capabilities, real-time weather data, and forecasts through ForeFlight software to support overseas lift operations for U.S. Sixth Fleet and the Europe, Africa, and Central Command Area of Responsibility. The procurement specifically targets satellite communication solutions for C-26D aircraft operating in European and African theaters where traditional connectivity options are limited.

The primary objective of this procurement is to address the critical lack of real-time weather radar and cellular connectivity for military aircraft operating in remote areas and trans-Atlantic routes. The three specific items being procured include ADLConnect service licenses for Iridium GO devices, Iridium prepaid satellite airtime plans with 1,000 minutes each (12-month validity), and Iridium SIM cards. While this is not a competitive solicitation, interested firms that believe they can provide these capabilities may submit written notice demonstrating their capability to the Contracting Office by September 16, 2025, at 3:30 PM Naples, Italy time. The contract structure includes a base year with four option years for service licenses and satellite airtime, with SIM cards being a one-time purchase. The justification for sole source procurement is based on Golze Engineering's exclusive licensing agreements and unique technical capabilities for providing integrated satellite communication and weather data solutions in high-stress military operational environments.