Opportunity
SAM #F1S0AW6071A001
Sole Source Software Upgrade and Maintenance for TDLS and WinIDM at Edwards AFB
Buyer
Air Force Test Center
Posted
April 17, 2026
Respond By
May 02, 2026
Identifier
F1S0AW6071A001
NAICS
541511, 541519
This procurement opportunity is for software license upgrades and maintenance services for Tactical Data Link Studios (TDLS) and WinIDM, supporting Air Force test operations at Edwards Air Force Base. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Air Force, Air Force Test Center Contracting Directorate (AFTC/PZZF), Edwards Air Force Base - OEM and Vendor: - Aeronix, Inc (sole source, proprietary software) - Products and Services Requested: - Tactical Data Links Studio (TDLS) software (P/N AE404226-001) - TDLS Maintenance (P/N AE404226-MAIN) - WinIDM Maintenance (P/N AE400378-MAIN) - Each item requested in a quantity of one - Unique Requirements: - Aeronix, Inc is the exclusive provider due to proprietary software and compatibility with existing legacy systems - Only Aeronix has access to source code and can provide support - Place of Performance: - Edwards Air Force Base, California - NAICS Code: - 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) - The notice invites responses from other qualified sources, but Aeronix is currently the only OEM identified.
Description
This is a pre-solicitation 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 pre-solicitation notice or any follow-up information requests.
The purpose of this pre-solicitation notice is to notify 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 United States Code (USC) 3204(a)(1), as implemented by RFO 6.103-1(b) to Aeronix, Inc 1775 West Hibiscus Blvd Suite 200, Melbourne, FL 32901. The applicable NAICS Code is 541519 Other Computer Related Services with a size standard of $34.0M The following is a brief description of the acquisition requirements: This requirement is for the purchase of a software upgrade and maintenance for Tactical Data Link Studios (TDLS) and for maintenance of WinIDM from Aeronix, Inc.
P/N AE404226-001, Tactical Data Links Studio (TDLS) P/N AE404226-MAIN, Tactical Data Links Studio (TDLS) Maintenance P/N AE400378-MAIN, WinIDM Maintenance
Attachment 1 is a redacted Sole Source justification
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. In addition, the response should include verification of the Offeror’s Representation and Certifications within http://www.sam.gov/. Further, the response should include any special requirements for a commercial contract (i.e. Commercial Financing, Warranty Provisions, Delivery Information, etc.) in accordance with RFO Part 12. 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, the Department of the Air Force Ombudsman information 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) 9:00 a.m., Pacific Daylight Time, 02 May 2026. Responses should be submitted via email to:
Contract Specialist, Jasmine Waterman; jasmine.waterman@us.af.mil or Contracting Officer, Susana Dryer; susana.dryer@us.af.mil.