Pre-Solicitation Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract: Aeronix, Inc - Software License Upgrade and Maintenance
Overview
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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 (AFTC/PZZF), Edwards AFB, has issued a Pre-Solicitation Notice announcing its intent to award a sole source, Firm-Fixed Price Contract to Aeronix, Inc. for software license upgrades and maintenance of their Tactical Data Link Studios (TDLS) and WinIDM products. This notice serves to identify any other potentially qualified sources. Responses are due by May 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the purchase of a software upgrade and maintenance for Tactical Data Link Studios (TDLS) and for maintenance of WinIDM. Specific items include:
- P/N AE404226-001, Tactical Data Links Studio (TDLS)
- P/N AE404226-MAIN, Tactical Data Links Studio (TDLS) Maintenance
- P/N AE400378-MAIN, WinIDM Maintenance
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source, Firm-Fixed Price Contract
- Authority: 10 United States Code (USC) 3204(a)(1), as implemented by RFO 6.103-1(b)
- NAICS: 541519 Other Computer Related Services (Size Standard: $34.0M)
- Response Due: May 2, 2026, by 9:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time
- Published: April 17, 2026
Submission Requirements
This is not a solicitation. Vendors who believe they can meet the requirements must submit a complete technical package providing clear and convincing evidence of their capability. Responses should also include:
- Verification of Offeror’s Representation and Certifications from SAM.gov.
- Any special requirements for a commercial contract (e.g., Commercial Financing, Warranty Provisions, Delivery Information) in accordance with RFO Part 12. All information must be in writing and contain sufficient detail for government evaluation.
Additional Notes
The Air Force intends to award this contract to Aeronix, Inc. due to their proprietary software (TDLS and WinIDM) and exclusive control over the source code, making them the only vendor capable of providing authoritative technical support, bug fixes, and updates without extensive modifications. Market research confirmed Aeronix, Inc. as the sole developer with no authorized resellers. An Ombudsman is available for concerns, contactable via the Air Force Test Center Vice Commander. Responses should be emailed to Contract Specialist Jasmine Waterman (jasmine.waterman@us.af.mil) or Contracting Officer Susana Dryer (susana.dryer@us.af.mil).