Anticipated Sole Source Award to Driven Technologies, Inc
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Air Force Test Center (AFTC/PZZG), Edwards AFB, intends to issue an anticipated sole source, Firm-Fixed Price Contract to Aerospace Driven Technologies, Inc. for F-35 Simulator components. This presolicitation notice serves to inform industry of this intent and to identify other potentially qualified sources for these proprietary parts. Responses from interested vendors are due by April 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
This acquisition requires specific F-35 Simulator components to serve as spares, ensuring operational reliability and compatibility with existing simulator architecture. The required items are:
- P/N: 800878 F-35 Panoramic Center Display (PCD)
- P/N: 800857 F-35 Standby Flight Display (SFD) These components must be fully compatible and interchangeable, matching exact form, fit, and functional characteristics. Delivery terms are FOB Destination, 5 months After Receipt of Order (ARO).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation for an anticipated Sole Source, Firm-Fixed Price Contract.
- Authority: 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.103-1 (Other Than Full and Open Competition).
- Intended Awardee: Aerospace Driven Technologies, Inc., Santa Ana, California.
- NAICS: 336413; Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1,250 Employees.
- Response Due: April 10, 2026.
- Published: April 1, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Vendors who believe they can meet the requirements described must submit a complete technical package. This package should provide clear and convincing evidence of capability and include any special requirements for a commercial contract (e.g., Commercial Financing, Warranty Provisions, Delivery Information). All information must be in writing and contain sufficient detail for government evaluation.
Additional Notes
The justification for this sole source procurement cites proprietary ownership of Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and other technical data by Driven Technologies as the primary barrier to competition. An Ombudsman is available to consider and facilitate the resolution of concerns, but issues should first be addressed with the Contracting Officer.