GIII Technical Variance Extension
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
NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center has issued a Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) to award a sole-source contract to Rolls-Royce. The requirement is for GIII N808NA Engine Technical Variance 24-Month Extension Services to ensure the continued airworthiness of critical flight assets supporting high-visibility programs like Artemis II.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide technical variance services for two MK511-8 SPEY Engines (serial numbers 11021 and 11022) installed on the NASA 808 aircraft. Key tasks include:
- Evaluating engine airworthiness for continued operation.
- Extending the operational life of the engines by 24 months beyond their scheduled overhaul dates.
- Providing all records and test results documenting the completed services.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source to Rolls-Royce)
- Authority: 41 U.S.C. 1901, as implemented by FAR 12.102
- Published: February 5, 2026
- Place of Performance: Oberursel, Germany
Evaluation
This is a sole-source action justified under FAR 6.104-1(a)(1). NASA will evaluate a proposal from Rolls-Royce to ensure pricing is fair and reasonable through proposal analysis and negotiation.
Additional Notes
Rolls-Royce is the sole engine manufacturer and the only entity possessing the unique technical competence and authorization to perform these evaluations. The MK511-8 SPEY engine is becoming obsolete, and other U.S. repair stations have ceased accepting them for overhaul, making this OEM-led technical variance essential for mission readiness.