REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) – F-35 Simulation Hands on Throttle and Stick Systems (HOTAS)
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 is conducting a Request for Information (RFI), a market survey, to identify qualified sources for F-35 Simulation Hands on Throttle and Stick Systems (HOTAS). This RFI is for information gathering only and is not a solicitation for proposals. Responses will help the Air Force gain knowledge of potentially qualified sources and their size classifications. Responses are due June 10, 2026, at 2:30 PM PDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for F-35 Simulation Hands on Throttle and Stick Systems. The attached Statement of Requirements (SOR) specifies the need for:
- F-35 Sidestick Grip (Desktop): 5 units
- F-35 Sidestick Base (Desktop): 5 units
- F-35 Throttle Grip (Desktop): 5 units
- F-35 Linear Throttle Base (Desktop): 5 units
- Cable USB A - USB B: 10 units The place of performance is Edwards AFB, CA 93524. The period of performance for the potential future requirement is no later than July 1, 2026. Partial support responses will not be accepted.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (Market Survey)
- Set-Aside: None specified (seeking business size and socioeconomic category information)
- Inquiries Due: June 10, 2026, at 8:00 AM PDT
- Response Due: June 10, 2026, at 2:30 PM PDT
- Published: June 5, 2026
Information Requested
Interested offerors capable of fully supporting this requirement are requested to furnish the following information, limited to no more than 1 page:
- Company name, DUNS, CAGE Code, address, points of contact, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses.
- A brief description of experience in providing the type of support described.
- Identification of business size (small or large) and socioeconomic disadvantaged category, as defined by FAR Part 19 and listed in SAM.
- Any other information deemed useful to the Air Force.
Additional Notes
This is a market survey for information only; it is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded from this RFI. No reimbursement will be made for costs associated with providing information. The potential Product Service Code is 6910 "Training Aids", and the primary NAICS code is 336413 "Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing" with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees.