Intent to Sole Source: Airfield Lighting Control System (ALCMS) ACE II to ACE 3 Upgrade

The 4th Contracting Squadron at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in North Carolina intends to award a sole-source contract to ADB SAFEGATE Americas LLC for the upgrade of its Airfield Lighting Control and Monitoring System from ACE II to ACE III. This procurement is justified under DFARS 206.103-170 due to the proprietary nature of ADB SAFEGATE’s technology, which is exclusively capable of integrating with the existing L-828 infrastructure to achieve required L-829 functionality. The scope encompasses a turn-key solution including hardware replacement, software upgrades, system integration, testing, and operator training to ensure uninterrupted airfield safety and operations. All work will be performed on-site at Seymour Johnson AFB in Goldsboro, North Carolina, with acceptance conducted by the government following comprehensive performance validation. The solicitation number is F3T3CE6054AW02, with a response deadline of July 1, 2026, and submissions must be sent via email to Brooke Shenk. No competition is permitted, and no evaluation factors are applicable since the award is based solely on the uniqueness of the OEM’s technology and the absence of viable alternatives. The NAICS code is 238210 and no set-aside provisions are used. The contracting office is FA4809 4TH Cons Squadron Cc, under the Department of Defense. No pricing data, contract type, payment details, packaging requirements, or specific contract clauses are disclosed in the available documentation, and no representations, certifications, or security clearance requirements are specified for the contractor. The project relies entirely on the manufacturer’s proprietary systems, with all deliverables and performance criteria tied to OEM specifications and operational readiness for flight activities.