Single Source Justification
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, specifically the FA9101 AEDC PKP PROCRMNT BR office, has issued a Single Source Justification for the procurement of technical expertise services for engine testing. This justification supports a sand and dust ingestion test assessing engine deterioration rates in austere environments. The government intends to award a sole-source contract to Pratt & Whitney Canada (PWC), identified as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and the only capable vendor.
Scope of Work
The required services include providing technical expertise and guidance for:
- Engine testing specifications
- Interfacing and communications
- Hardware analysis
- Troubleshooting
These services are crucial for supporting a sand and dust ingestion test.
Contract Details
- Type: Single, Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order (PO)
- Period of Performance: 12 months
- Estimated Contract Cost: $98,000.00
- Funding: Certified Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Research and Development (3600) funds
- Published Date: March 9, 2026
- Place of Performance: Coopertown, TN, United States
Set-Aside
This is a Sole-Source Justification.
Submission & Evaluation
This document serves as a justification for a sole-source award and is not a solicitation for proposals. Therefore, there are no submission instructions or evaluation criteria for external vendors. The government will solicit and negotiate directly with Pratt & Whitney Canada (PWC).
Additional Notes
Market research, including a SAM search and a Notice of Intent, was conducted and indicated no other sources could meet the requirement. The government plans to conduct future market research to determine acquisition strategies for subsequent engine technical support services to prevent future sole-source awards.