Intent To Sole Source - Told Software Justification

The 19th Contracting Squadron at Little Rock AFB is issuing a Sole Source Justification for C-130J PreTOLD Software. This software is essential for automating Takeoff and Landing (TOLD) performance calculations for the C-130J fleet, consistent with the Block 6.0 Mission Computer software configuration. Lockheed Martin, the aircraft manufacturer, has designated Elite Electronic Engineering Inc. as the only authorized company to supply this specific software due to their unique partnership and ability to access and mirror proprietary information. This sole source acquisition is justified under FAR 6.302-1(a)(2), as Elite's software is the only Lockheed Martin-approved calculator for C-130J mission planning. Market research confirmed that alternative products lack the real-time data mirroring and proprietary information access required. The contracting officer has determined the anticipated cost to be fair and reasonable based on historical data. Efforts to overcome competition barriers are limited as Lockheed Martin retains proprietary ownership of aircraft components, preventing external use for this purpose.