Notice of Intent to Sole Source - WOC AV Hardware upgrade

The Department of the Air Force Global Strike Command issued a notice of intent to sole-source a Wing Operation Center hardware upgrade to Rhodes Research, with responses due by August 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM MDT. This is a total small business set-aside. The 341st Missile Wing asserts that Rhodes Research is the original developer, installer, and sole proprietor of the system's custom-engineered architecture and holds exclusive copyright and ownership of the proprietary software, source code, and design; the Government contends that competitive procurement would necessitate complete system replacement and development of new software from scratch, resulting in substantial cost duplication.

Work at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Building 500, Room 127, Montana includes replacing two ceiling-mounted projectors and upgrading the Crestron Audio/Video over IP system to the latest generation of Crestron NVX hardware. Deliverables include equipment removal and installation, full system function checks, personnel training, and transfer of removed equipment to the end-user. All labor, materials, equipment, and supervision are contractor-provided. The project must be completed within 120 days of contract award.

Responsible sources may submit quotations, capability statements, or proposals demonstrating clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government by the stated deadline. All submissions must be written; oral communications are not acceptable. Contact Jean-Denis Ducimetiere (jean-denis.ducimetiere@us.af.mil, 406-731-4031) or Rhiannon DeForest (rhiannon.deforest.2@us.af.mil, 406-731-4009) at 341 CONS, Malmstrom AFB.