Planebooks
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 (355 CONS) has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source contract to Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation (GAC) for Annual Planebook Subscriptions (G550-OL2A-APP). These subscriptions are critical for the safe operation of the USAF EA-37B aircraft at Davis-Monthan AFB. This notice serves as a Sole Source Justification, inviting other businesses to demonstrate their capability to fulfill this requirement by the specified deadline.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Gulfstream Annual Planebook Subscriptions (G550-OL2A-APP). These subscriptions provide essential digital access to critical flight information, including the Airplane Flight Manual, Operating Manual, Master Minimum Equipment Lists, and Performance Charts. This information is indispensable for the safe and effective operation of the EA-37B aircraft, which utilizes the G550 airframe.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Proposed Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Duration: Five (5) years
- Set-Aside: Sole Source (to Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation)
- Authority: FAR 13.501(a) Sole Source (including brand name) acquisitions, and DAFFARS 5313.501 / 10 U.S.C. 3572, and DAFFARS 5313.501 / 10 U.S.C. 3403.
- Response Due: February 9, 2026, 5:00 PM MST
- Published: January 21, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This is a Sole Source Justification, not a solicitation for proposals. The Contracting Officer will determine fair and reasonable pricing based on government estimates, market research, and prior purchase orders. Businesses that believe they can fulfill this requirement must send an email to the listed Points of Contact (POCs) by the response date and time.
Additional Notes
Market research conducted in January 2026 confirmed that Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation is the sole manufacturer of the G550 aircraft and the sole provider of the Planebook subscription. Gulfstream has also confirmed that they do not have any authorized dealers for this specific Planebook at this time. The requirement is expected to remain sole source unless the EA-37B aircraft is decommissioned or GAC authorizes resellers.