Intent To Sole Source - Told Software Justification
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 Department of the Air Force, 19 CONS PKA, has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source contract for C-130J preTOLD Mission/Training Planning Software. This software is essential for C-130J aircrew at Little Rock Air Force Base, AR, for accurate Takeoff and Landing Data (TOLD) calculations. The proposed contractor is Elite Electronic Engineering Inc., identified as the only authorized provider due to its unique partnership with Lockheed Martin.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Mission/Training Planning Software specifically for the C-130J aircraft. This includes:
- C-130J preTOLD software for automated TOLD performance calculations.
- Advisory data consistent with the C-130J Block 6.0 Mission Computer (MC) software configuration.
- Incorporation of publications, procedures, and limitations utilized by the Aircrew within the 19 OG.
- Direct relation to the aircraft and validated data against the USAF Mission Computer.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source) under FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Justification)
- Estimated Value: Between Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) and less than $750,000.
- Response Date: May 27, 2026, 7:00 PM ET (for interested parties to submit capabilities)
- Published Date: May 18, 2026
Justification & Evaluation
The Air Force intends to award this contract to Elite Electronic Engineering Inc. on a sole source basis. Market research confirmed that Elite Electronic Engineering holds the only approving letter from Lockheed Martin, the aircraft manufacturer, for this specific C-130J preTOLD software. This partnership grants them the sole ability to mirror and utilize proprietary information, making their software the only calculator approved by Lockheed Martin for C-130J mission planning. Other reviewed companies could not provide data that mirrors and links to the specific aircraft in real-time.
Additional Notes
The contracting activity will continue to monitor the market for other vendors who may attain Lockheed Martin approval for future acquisitions. This notice serves as an intent to sole source, and any interested parties who believe they can meet the requirement must submit their capabilities by the response date.