Wraith Maintenance Renewal
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 (AFTC/PZZG) has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation & Notice of Intent to procure a 1-year maintenance package, warranty extension, and tech refresh for F-35 Desktop HOTAS systems from Wraith Systems on a sole-source basis. This is to ensure operational readiness and address the proprietary nature of the equipment. Responses from interested parties are due May 22, 2026, at 08:00 a.m. PST.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers a 1-year maintenance package for F-35 Desktop HOTAS, including:
- Warranty Extension: Repairing and/or replacing normal use damage and defects using new or refurbished parts, or exchanging units with new/refurbished ones.
- Tech Refresh Program: Providing new firmware and software updates to existing HOTAS units as they come in for repair.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation & Notice of Intent to Sole Source
- Statutory Authority: 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as implemented by RFO 6.104-1(a)(4)
- Justification: Wraith Systems is the sole manufacturer of the proprietary F-35 Desktop HOTAS system and does not have authorized re-sellers.
- NAICS Code: 334118-Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment
- PSC Code: 6610- Flight Instruments
- Response Date: May 22, 2026, 08:00 a.m. PST
- Published Date: May 8, 2026
- Place of Performance: Edwards, CA
Set-Aside
This is a sole-source procurement; therefore, no set-aside designation applies.
Instructions to Interested Parties
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for consideration. The government retains discretion on whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on responses. Information received will be used to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible.
Applicable Provisions & Clauses
The acquisition includes RFO provisions and clauses such as 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors), 52.212-3 (Offeror Representations and Certifications), 52.212-4 (Contract Terms and Conditions), and 52.212-5 (Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders).
Additional Notes
Market research confirmed Wraith Systems as the only manufacturer capable of fulfilling this requirement. Future efforts will focus on overcoming barriers to competition through continuous market research.