# SAM #AFLCMC_C3BM Sole-source Air Force contract modification for TACKit kits, spares, test assets, and field support **Buyer:** AFLCMC C3BM **Posted:** October 13, 2026 **Identifier:** AFLCMC_C3BM **NAICS:** 334220, 336413 The Air Force is justifying a sole-source contract modification for Tactical Airborne Communication Kits (TACKit) and related support for aircraft. - **Action:** Sole-source modification to Baxter Aerospace contract FA861226CB002; this notice is a justification for an award action, not an open competition. - **Buyer:** Department of the Air Force, Air Force Materiel Command, IDAF PAE C3BM/C3K. - **Estimated value:** $58.9 million, including options. - **Requested items:** Additional TACKit operational units, spare units, spare parts, and test assets. Quantities and part numbers are not provided in the available text. - **Support:** Field service representatives for squadron locations, including OCONUS deployments, CONUS surge hours, and travel. - **Sole-source rationale:** The Air Force states Baxter is the only source able to meet time-sensitive operational requirements without unacceptable delay. - **Timing:** The current contract ends in March 2027. The modification’s period of performance is not stated, and TACKit requirements are anticipated to continue for multiple years beyond that date. ### Description

This is a J&A for the sole source modification award to Baxter Aersopace for the procurement of Tactical Airborne Communication Kits (TACKits), as well as spares units, spares parts, test assets and FSRs in support of Air Force platforms. 

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