Wraith Maintenance Renewal

Project ID: F1S0AX6126A001 FederalOpportunitiesSpecial Notice

Overview

Agency	Air Force Test Center
Deadline	05/22/26
Posted	05/08/26
Estimated Value	$25,000 - $90,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	None
NAICS	334118 - Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
PSC	6610 - Flight Instruments
Location	Edwards, CA 93524 United States

Description

Primary Latest Change

Summary

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation & Notice of Intent

General Information

Wraith Systems 1 year Maintenance Package

Notice ID

F1S0AX6126A001

Contracting Office

Directorate of Contracting, Installation Contracting Division, AFTC/PZZG

Response Date

May 22, 2026, 08:00 a.m. PST

Description of Requirement

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial supply prepared in accordance with the format in Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Subpart 12.102, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are not being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. The AFTC intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Wraith Systems for the procurement of Wraith Systems 1 year maintenance package, warranty extension and tech refresh for F-35 Desktops HOTAS.

Notice of Intent to Sole Source

Subject Description

Statutory Authority

10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as implemented by RFO 6.104-1(a)(4) Justification Due to the unique and proprietary of the F-35 Desktop HOTAS system only one manufacturer can meet this requirement. Contracting reached out to the manufacturer Wraith Systems requesting an authorized re-seller list, as a result Wraith Systems stated they do not re-sell their products.

Scope of Work

Wraith Systems 1 year (MTX) maintenance package- Warranty extension & tech refresh

F-35 Desktop HOTAS

The warranty extension includes repairing and / or replacing normal use damage & defects. Under normal use during this period, if a repair is required, at its option Wraith Systems will: (1) Repair the HOTAS, using new or refurbished replacement parts, or (2) Exchange the HOTAS with one that is new, or which has been manufactured from new or serviceable used parts. The tech refresh program will cover new firmware, software updates to existing HOTAS. As units come in for repair. Following repair, exchange or tech refresh the resulting HOTAS will retain only the balance of the extended warranty period that commenced from the purchase date of extended warranty. The units covered under this warranty are provided with the attached table.

Market Research

Market research has been completed; however, this maintenance is being acquired by Sole Source as Wraith Systems is the only manufacturer able to fulfill this requirement. Contracting reached out to the manufacturer to acquire an authorized re-seller list; however, the manufacturer does not have authorized re-sellers. Historically, Edwards Air Force Base (EAFB) awarded contract with Wraith Systems, FA930221P0047.

Instructions to Interested Parties

This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals; however, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Applicable Provisions & Clauses The following RFO provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition: Provision/Clause Title RFO 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services RFO 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Products and Commercial Services RFO 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Products and Commercial Services RFO 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Air Force Test Center (AFTC), Directorate of Contracting, Installation Contracting Division, is issuing a sole source contract to Wraith Systems for the procurement of a 1-year maintenance package for F-35 Desktop Hands-On Throttle and Stick (HOTAS) systems. This contract aims to maintain operational readiness and lifecycle support for the HOTAS inventory, ensuring no security vulnerabilities arise from hardware failures. Wraith Systems is the sole manufacturer capable of fulfilling this requirement due to the unique and proprietary nature of their products. Work Details The contract includes the following services: 1. **1-Year Maintenance Package**: This encompasses a warranty extension and technical refresh program for F-35 Desktop HOTAS systems. 2. **Warranty Extension**: Covers repairs or replacements for normal use damage and defects, with options for Wraith Systems to either repair using new or refurbished parts or exchange with new units. 3. **Technical Refresh**: Includes firmware and software updates as units are serviced. The resulting HOTAS will retain only the balance of the extended warranty period that commenced from the purchase date of the extended warranty.

Contacts

Contact name	Anne Beach
Contact email	anne.beach@us.af.mil
Contact phone	(661) 277-7598
Secondary contact name	JAMIL MINOSA
Secondary contact email	jamil.minosa.2@us.af.mil
Secondary contact phone	(661) 277-4473