SAM #F1S0AW6065A001

This opportunity involves a planned sole source contract by the Air Force Test Center Contracting Directorate (AFTC/PZZF) at Edwards Air Force Base for digital library access essential to aerospace testing and research. - Government Buyer: - Air Force Test Center (AFTC), Department of the Air Force, Department of Defense - Contracting office: AFTC/PZZF at Edwards Air Force Base - OEM/Vendor: - SAE International (Society of Automotive Engineers), exclusive publisher and distributor of the required aerospace standards and technical data - Products/Services Requested: - Annual subscription to the SAE Digital Library, providing access to over 200,000 aerospace technical papers, standards (AS and AMS), reports, and books - SAE Digital Library Technical Papers (1998-present) for 50 users at one location - SAE Digital Library Standards AS for 50 users at one location - SAE Digital Library Standards AMS for 25 users at one location - No part numbers specified; focus is on user access quantities and comprehensive content coverage - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Sole source justification: SAE International is the only source for the required aerospace standards and technical data - Access is critical for Air Force aerospace testing systems - Subscription covers a base year plus three option years - Place of Performance: - Edwards Air Force Base, California - NAICS code: 519210 (Libraries and Archives)

This is a presolicitation notice; this is not a solicitation for a Request for Proposal, Invitation to Bid, or a commitment, implied or otherwise, that AFTC/PZZF will take procurement action in the matter. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this posting or any follow-up information requests. The purpose of this notification is to inform industry of the USAF’s intent of contract action and possibly gain knowledge of other potentially qualified sources and their size classifications (small business, large business, etc.) please do not request a copy of solicitation, as one does not exist.

The AFTC Contracting Directorate (AFTC/PZZF), Edwards AFB intends to issue a sole source, Firm-Fixed Price Contract under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as implemented by RFO 6.103-1, to SAE International, 400 Commonwealth Dr., Warrendale, PA 15096.

The applicable NAICS is 519210; Libraries and Archives, with a size standard of $21M.

The following is a brief description of the acquisition requirements:

1. SAE Digital Library Technical Papers 1998 to Present for 50 Users / 1 Location(s)

2. SAE Digital Library Standards AS for 50 Users / 1 Location(s)

3. SAE Digital Library Standards AMS for 25 Users / 1 Location(s)

This will be a base contract plus three option years.

There are no solicitation documents; however, any vendors that believe they can meet the requirements described should submit a complete technical package, which provides clear and convincing evidence that they can meet the Government’s requirement. The response should include any special requirements for a commercial contract (i.e. Commercial Financing, Warranty Provisions, Delivery Information, etc.).

All information furnished shall be in writing and must contain sufficient detail to allow the government representative to evaluate and determine if it can meet the requirement. The Air Force Test Center has appointed an Ombudsman to consider, and facilitate, the resolution of concerns from offerors, potential offerors, and others for this acquisition. Concerned parties should address their concerns, issues, disagreements, and/or recommendations to the Contracting Officer for resolution prior to consulting the Ombudsman. Additionally, Department of the Air Force Federal Acquisition Regulation (DAFFARS) 5352.201-9101 – Ombudsman, will be included in any potential solicitation and contract for this acquisition. The AFTC Ombudsman contact information is as follows: Air Force Test Center Vice Commander 1 South Rosamond Blvd, Edwards AFB, CA 93524-3784. Phone Number (661) 277-2810, Facsimile Number (661) 277-7593, Email: aftc.workflow@us.af.mil.

Responses must be received no later than (NLT) 12:00 p.m., Pacific Daylight Time, 8 April 2026. Responses should be submitted via email to: Contract Specialist Kimberly Jaime (AFTC/PZZF), E-mail: kimberly.jaime@us.af.mil or Contracting Officer Susana Dryer (AFTC/PZZF), Email: susana.dryer@us.af.mil.