BOSS Saudi PTI 25047
Overview
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NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 has issued an Award Notice for the BOSS Saudi PTI 25047 contract, a Firm Fixed-Price acquisition for the Tactical Communications Group (TCG) Battlefield Operations Support System (BOSS) Multi-Link Lunchbox. This 8(a) Sole Source award is critical for simulating inputs for testing AWACS software and MIDS-JTRS upgrades on the E-767 AWACS. The award was published on February 6, 2026.
Scope of Award
The 558th Software Engineering Squadron (558 SWES) will receive the following items:
- One (1) BOSS Multi-Link, Link 11A & 16 Capable lunchbox model (TCG-2000ML)
- One (1) Line of Sight (TCG-LOS)
- One (1) DIS Interface (TCG-DIS)
- Documentations and Manuals
- Training
- Product Support Platinum (TCG-PSP MLB)
- 1553 Hardware Kit (TCG-1553) Delivery is expected 90 days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
- Product Service Code: 7A21 (Business Application Off The Shelf Software)
- Awarding Office: FA8139 AFSC PZIMB SOFTWARE, DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
- Place of Performance: S Coffeyville, OK, United States
Justification for Sole Source
The acquisition was justified under AFFARS 5313.501 and 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), citing that Tactical Communication Group (a subsidiary of Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions) is the only known source capable of fulfilling this procurement. This is due to the proprietary design of the BOSS lunchbox system, which is essential for real-time aircraft communication and mission completion in E-767 AWACS testing. Market research, including direct OEM communication and internet searches, confirmed no viable alternative sources.
Additional Notes
The Contracting Officer determined the anticipated cost to be fair and reasonable through price analysis.