Intent to Sole Source - FY 25 Bombardier Subscription
ID: FA465925QZ035Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSE

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Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

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https://sam.gov/opp/c63525ee7fb0414f939a384fbc6dba76/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the 319th Contracting Squadron at Grand Forks Air Force Base, intends to award a sole source contract to Bombardier, Inc. for the Bombardier Flight Deck 3 software, which is essential for the operation of electronic flight books at Robins AFB, GA. This procurement is necessary to maintain continuity and ensure pilot familiarity with the software, as it contains critical publications and data for E-11 aircraft operations, and Bombardier is the only provider with the required authorization and clearance. The contract will be executed under Simplified Acquisition Procedures as per FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), with a notice that remains open until noon on August 7, 2025, Central Daylight Time. Interested parties can reach out to SSgt Jacob Wood at jacob.wood.4@us.af.mil or by phone at 701-747-5936 for further information.

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    SSgt Jacob Wood
    (701) 747-5936
    jacob.wood.4@us.af.mil
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    Intent to Sole Source Synopsis.pdf
    The 319th Contracting Squadron at Grand Forks Air Force Base intends to award a sole source contract to Bombardier, Inc. for the Flight Deck 3 software necessary for electronic flight books at Robins AFB, GA. This decision is due to Bombardier's proprietary rights over the software, making it impossible to obtain through competitive bidding. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 513210 with a size standard of $47.0 million and will be conducted using Simplified Acquisition Procedures as outlined in FAR 13.106-1(b). The notice indicates that this is not a request for competitive proposals, and the Government retains discretion over whether to pursue other competitive options. A justification for the sole source award will be included in the upcoming solicitation set to be posted on August 7, 2025. Interested parties can contact SSgt Jacob Wood for further information, and the notice will remain open until noon on August 7, 2025, Central Daylight Time.
    Sole Source Justification_Redacted.pdf
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