Purchase of an Integrated Data Acquisition Recorder (IDAR) data extraction system, for the T-6A, for USAF Safety Center's Mishap Analysis & Animation Facility (MAAF)

This sole source contract, solicitation number F2KDAC1144A002, was awarded by the Department of Defense for the purchase of an Integrated Data Acquisition Recorder (IDAR) data extraction system. The system is intended for use by the USAF Safety Center's Mishap Analysis and Animation Facility (MAAF) specifically for the T-6A aircraft. The procurement includes the necessary hardware, software, training, and manuals, with an estimated total cost of 300,000 dollars. The contract was awarded to GE Aviation as the only responsible source capable of fulfilling the requirement due to proprietary data rights, justifying the action under FAR 6.302-1. Managed by the 377 Msg Pk at Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico, the acquisition falls under NAICS code 334511. Key administrative points of contact for the award include Contracting Officer Julia E Johnson and Contract Administrator Carl Landreneau.