Intent To Sole Source - Told Software Justification

The contract is for the sole-source procurement of C-130J preTOLD mission planning software from Elite Electronic Engineering Inc., the only authorized provider with direct approval from Lockheed Martin to access and utilize proprietary aircraft data essential for accurate Takeoff and Landing (TOLD) performance calculations. The software must mirror the identical source data used by the C-130J Block 6.0 Mission Computer onboard the aircraft, ensure full regulatory compliance with USAF operational standards, and be validated for integration with the Electronic Flight Bag (EFB). It must incorporate all current publications, procedures, and limitations used by aircrews within the 19th Operations Group to maintain mission readiness and safety across the 42 C-130J aircraft at Little Rock Air Force Base. The software's exclusivity stems from Lockheed Martin’s formal approval and its unique ability to interface with proprietary aircraft systems, making competitive sourcing technically infeasible. The procurement is being executed under the Department of Defense through the 19th Contracting Squadron at Little Rock AFB using Simplified Acquisition Procedures per 41 U.S.C. 1901 and AFFARS 5313.501, with Jonathan D. Reed serving as the Contracting Officer. The solicitation number is FA446026Q0016, with a submission deadline of May 27, 2026. Pricing remains fixed at historical rates established since FY21, with no anticipated increases through FY30, and the service is structured as a subscription for the entire C-130J fleet. No competitive evaluation factors are applicable due to the nature of the sole-source justification, and there are no specified delivery timelines, payment terms, inspection criteria, or additional contract clauses because the acquisition relies entirely on the uniqueness and approved status of the software, with performance centered on ensuring seamless fidelity between ground-based planning tools and in-flight mission computer logic.