Intent to Sole Source T-Tap Adaptors ( Terma 3D Audio System Adaptors)
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 Army, through the W39L USA NG READINESS CENTER, has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source contract to Pro Flight Gear LLC for Terma 3D Audio System Adaptors (T-Tap Adaptors). This action is based on the determination that Pro Flight Gear LLC is the only vendor selling the compatible T-Tap Adaptor Model 1003T, which has been tested and approved by the ANG/AFRC Test Center. Responses from interested parties are due by April 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for 518 PACE T-Tap Adaptors, PFG-PACE-1003T, designed to provide multi-platform communication for 3D Audio Helmets. Key specifications include:
- Functionality: Enables integration with Passive Attenuation Communications Earphone (PACE) systems, with or without Terma 3D Audio (3DAS) earphones, to achieve required audio quality in aircraft.
- Compatibility: Must interface with various helmet/aircraft communication systems without major rewiring, allowing a single cable across multiple platforms.
- Performance: Must provide constant communication signal and support Left/Right Channel for 3-D audio systems.
- Size Limitations: Maximum dimensions of 1 ½ inch width, 1 inch depth, and 2 inch length.
- Testing: Must be tested and approved by the ANG/AFRC Test Center at Davis-Monthan AFB, Arizona.
- Delivery Locations: Adaptors are to be delivered to multiple Air National Guard units across various states, including MD, CO, TX, AZ, NJ, SD, ID, OK, OH, MN, and SC.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Contract (Simplified Acquisition Procedures, Other Than Full and Open Competition)
- Authority: FAR 13.101(b) Competition
- Intended Awardee: Pro Flight Gear LLC
- Product Service Code: 5895 - Miscellaneous Communication Equipment
- Set-Aside: None specified (sole source)
- Published Date: March 20, 2026
Response Information
This notice is not a request for quotation, and no solicitation will be issued. Interested parties may identify their interest and submit responses via email to reid.blosser.1@us.af.mil and michael.mcdowell.14@us.af.mil by 10:00 AM EST, April 10, 2026. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract is entirely at its discretion.