Aviano AB, Italy, Giant Voice System Maintenance Sole Source Notice of Intent

This Federal Single Source Justification document, signed by Contracting Officer Gualtiero Casadio on June 23, 2026, authorizes a sole-source, non-personnel services contract with Acoustic Technology Inc. (ATI) for the 31st Contracting Squadron. The contract covers preventative maintenance and training for the proprietary Giant Voice Mass Notification System at Aviano Air Base. Because the system's operator console and software management are proprietary to ATI, only ATI-certified technicians can service the equipment cost-effectively. Market research indicates that while alternative systems exist, other vendors cannot provide certified technicians at comparable costs. The contracting agency will continue to monitor the market for new competitive sources to preclude future single-source awards if market conditions change.

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines a non-personal services contract to provide annual preventative maintenance, testing, and training for the Giant Voice Mass Notification System at Aviano Air Base, Italy. Managed by the 31st Communications SQUADRON (31 CS), the contract covers a system installed in August 2024 consisting of three activation points and ten high-power speaker poles distributed across various base areas. The scope of work includes performing annual on-site preventative maintenance inspections (including battery load tests, radio level adjustments, and silent/live activation tests), delivering system health reports, and providing annual diagnostic and operations training for up to twenty 31 CS technicians. Additionally, the contract establishes a vehicle for ongoing telephone support and emergency on-site maintenance. The period of performance consists of one 12-month base year and four 12-month option years. To qualify, the contractor must provide technicians holding Acoustic Technology Inc. (ATI) Technician Certification. Because work takes place on an active Italian Air Force base, the contractor is responsible for strict physical security, OSHA safety compliance, and coordinating installation access requests at least 45 days in advance of travel. Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) price lists and hourly labor rates for certified ATI engineers, installers, and project managers govern the replacement of parts and on-site service billing.